'This is not a normal feeling,' former Ursuline student Jessie Buckley wins Golden Globe
The former student in Tipperary picked up the prize for her turn as William Shakespeare’s wife Agnes Hathaway – historically known as Anne – in the big-screen adaptation of Hamnet.
Irish star and former student of the Ursuline Secondary School in Thurles, Jessie Buckley, was named best actress in a drama and Stephen Graham, Owen Cooper and Erin Doherty continued Adolescence’s winning streak through awards season as they all secured gongs at the Golden Globes.
Buckley picked up the prize for her turn as William Shakespeare’s wife Agnes Hathaway – historically known as Anne – in the big-screen adaptation of Hamnet.
“This is not a normal feeling or situation to be in,” she said, as she collected the award.
The film, based on Maggie O’Farrell’s book about the death of Shakespeare’s son, which inspired him to write Hamlet, was also named best motion picture drama, while One Battle After Another was named best motion picture comedy/musical.
Tipperary North TD, Michael Lowry, said: "Jessie’s success is a source of immense pride for us here in Thurles and right across County Tipperary.
"While she has gone on to international acclaim, we have long known her talent, dedication, and work ethic through her strong links with Ursuline Secondary School, Thurles, and her involvement in music and performance locally.
"On behalf of the people of Tipperary, I want to congratulate Jessie and her family, and to wish her every continued success.
"She is a fantastic ambassador for Thurles, Tipperary, and Ireland — and we are all incredibly proud of what she continues to achieve on the world stage."