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Shane MacGowan was a famously hard-drinking but brilliant musician who shot to fame in the ...
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Shane MacGowan, irascible frontman of The Pogues, has died at age 65
Quick Glance: Pogues Frontman Shane MacGowan Passes Away at 65
  • The frontman of The Pogues, Shane MacGowan, has passed away at the age of 65.

  • In recent years, MacGowan had been battling various health issues and was recently treated for an infection in Dublin.

  • Thanks to the 1987 hit Fairytale Of New York, the Irish star will forever be associated with the festive season.

  • MacGowan was known as a punk rebel and for his excessive lifestyle, which also took a toll on his health.
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Gript article that wrongly identified Parnell Square stabbing suspect is removed from site
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  • Last week, she threatened to quit after becoming emotional due to missing her children.

  • On Monday, she informed her campmates that she has left the camp for medical reasons.
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Top Irish McDonald’s owner takes home €5.6m pay packet
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RTÉ suspended TV licence adverts just days after Ryan Tubridy pay scandal emerged
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