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Wales Online
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Ed Sheeran and Van Morrison guitars to go under hammer for sports stars
Ed Sheeran and Van Morrison guitars to go under hammer for sports stars They are among the lots to be auctioned both online and at the Mary Peters Trust's annual, Sport Inspires festive lunch this year. Ed Sheeran (Image: PA Archive/PA Images ) Guitars belonging to Ed Sheeran and Sir Van Morrison are set to go under the hammer to support the next generation of Northern Ireland's sports stars. They are among the lots to be auctioned both online and at the Mary Peters Trust's annual, Sport Inspires festive lunch this year. The trust, set up by Lady Peters after her gold medal win at the 1972 Olympics, supports young people, both disabled and able-bodied, to achieve their sporting dreams. Sir Van's guitar has been pre-signed by the music star whilst Sheeran is to autograph his Lowden guitar with a personal message to the ultimate owner post auction. Also going under the auctioneer's gavel will be artworks by Lisburn's Neil Shawcross and James Bond actress Jane Seymour, also famous for American Western series Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. Article continues below Lady Peters thanked all for their generosity. "It's early stages and plans are still being created, so expect a sprinkling of surprises on Friday November 21," she said. "It's a fantastic lunch and afternoon out for businesses, sporting organisations and individuals alike to help get the festive season well underway and it raises much needed monies for the trust. Article continues below "I'd like to thank Ed Sheeran and Van Morrison for their huge generosity and, of course, my friend and artist, Neil Shawcross, and Jane Seymour who, in addition to her high-profile acting credits, is now an accomplished and highly respected watercolourist. "The trust also greatly appreciates the work our fellow board director, Julie Hastings, did to secure such a beautiful Jane Seymour floral composition and a coveted, signed, Van Morrison guitar." The fundraiser will look forward to next year's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the 2028 LA Olympics as well as paying tribute to the achievements of local athletes across five decades since the trust's inception in 1975.
RTÉ News
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Ed Sheeran and Van Morrison guitars in auction for NI athletes
Guitars belonging to Ed Sheeran and Van Morrison are set to go under the hammer to support the next generation of Northern Ireland's sports stars. They are among the lots to be auctioned both online and at the Mary Peters Trust's annual Sport Inspires festive lunch this year. The trust, set up by Mary Peters after her gold medal win at the 1972 Olympics, supports young people in the pursuit of their sporting dreams. Van Morrison's guitar has been pre-signed by the music star. Ed Sheeran is to autograph his Lowden guitar - made in Co Down - with a personal message to the ultimate owner post-auction. Also going under the auctioneer's gavel will be artworks by Lisburn's Neil Shawcross and James Bond actress Jane Seymour, also famous for the American Western series Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. Mary Peters thanked all for their generosity. "It's early stages and plans are still being created, so expect a sprinkling of surprises on Friday November 21," she said. "I'd like to thank Ed Sheeran and Van Morrison for their huge generosity and, of course, my friend and artist, Neil Shawcross, and Jane Seymour who, in addition to her high-profile acting credits, is now an accomplished and highly respected watercolourist. "The trust also greatly appreciates the work our fellow board director, Julie Hastings, did to secure such a beautiful Jane Seymour floral composition and a coveted, signed, Van Morrison guitar." The fundraiser will look forward to next year's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as well as paying tribute to the achievements of local athletes across five decades since the trust's inception in 1975.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Little Women' star Saoirse Ronan and husband Jack Lowden to have their first child
Award-winning actress Saoirse Ronan and her actor husband Jack Lowden are expecting their first baby. The happy news has thrilled fans of the award-winning couple and marks a milestone in their growing love story. The pregnancy was originally confirmed by the Irish Independent, which quoted a source close to the couple revealing that Ronan and Lowden are expecting their first child. The confirmation came after recent speculation following Ronan's attendance at a fashion event, where her choice of outfit sparked rumours of a possible pregnancy. From on-screen chemistry to real-life romance Saoirse Ronan and Jack Lowden met in 2018 on the set of Mary Queen of Scots, the historical drama. Ronan starred as the eponymous queen, while Lowden played her second husband, Lord Darnley. Their on-screen chemistry quickly developed into a real-life relationship, and the pair have remained close ever since. Lowden has repeatedly praised Ronan in interviews, referring to her as a "force of nature" and a "brilliant leader." Ronan has reciprocated by describing her husband as "a lot calmer" and her "voice of reason," particularly during their work collaborations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Their respect and love for each other have been evident both on and off the professional stage. A shared life in London and Ireland The couple now share a home in Islington, north London, and also spend time at Ronan's seaside cottage in Ballydehob, West Cork. They co-wrote and co-starred in the 2024 film adaptation of The Outrun, with Ronan starring. Looking forward to parenthood Ronan has previously expressed her desire for marriage and motherhood, telling British Vogue in 2023, 'I've always wanted marriage and children,' emphasising her readiness to embrace motherhood while continuing her career. Although they have not shared a screen together since Mary Queen of Scots, Ronan has indicated there could be a forthcoming stage collaboration with Lowden, suggesting their creative bond may develop further. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Pink Villa
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Little Women Star Saoirse Ronan and Husband Jack Lowden Expecting Their First Child
Saoirse Ronan and Jack Lowden are expecting their first child together, sources close to the couple have confirmed. The Irish Independent revealed the joyful news, which comes less than a year after the couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Edinburgh. Ronan, 31, and Lowden, 34, reportedly couldn't be happier about the upcoming arrival. The couple first met in 2018 while filming Mary Queen of Scots, where Ronan played the title role and Lowden portrayed her second husband, Lord Darnley. Their on-screen chemistry quickly blossomed into a real-life relationship. Lowden has openly praised Ronan in past interviews, calling her a 'force of nature' and a 'brilliant leader.' Ronan echoed the admiration, telling Harper's Bazaar that his praise meant more than anyone else's. In a 2023 interview with British Vogue, the Little Women star said she had 'always wanted' marriage and children, and felt ready to embrace motherhood without sacrificing her career. The couple currently reside in a €2.8 million home in Islington, north London, with their terrier, Fran. Ronan also owns a coastal cottage in Ballydehob, west Cork. Together, they co-produced the 2024 film adaptation of The Outrun, in which Ronan starred. She described Lowden as 'a lot calmer' and her 'voice of reason' in creative collaborations. While they haven't appeared together on screen since Mary Queen of Scots, Ronan recently teased a possible future stage project with Lowden, saying she'd convinced him it would be 'a great idea.' From child prodigy to four-time Oscar nominee, Ronan has long been a standout talent in the film world. Now, as she prepares for motherhood with her equally accomplished husband by her side, this next chapter promises to be one of her most rewarding yet.
Irish Independent
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Saoirse Ronan and husband Jack Lowden expecting first child
A source close to the couple confirmed the news, with both Saoirse and Jack said to be "thrilled" at the upcoming arrival. The pair were married in a private ceremony in Edinburgh last summer, with just a handful of close friends present. Ronan, who is a four-time Oscar nominee, met Lowden in 2018 during the filming of Mary Queen of Scots in which she played Mary and Lowden played Darnley, Mary's second husband. He has previously described working with Ronan as 'remarkable'. "The woman is a force of nature, on- and off-screen, and utterly fearless and a brilliant leader as well,' he said. Ronan gave her reaction to Lowden's comments in an interview with Harper's Bazaar, saying: 'When a person you respect as much as I do him says that, it means more than anyone else's opinion.' Speaking to British Vogue last year, the 31-year-old said she has 'always wanted' to marry and have children alongside her career. "I became successful when I was quite young. So it meant that, actually, by the time I found my partner, I'm now at the stage where if it happened, I would like to have a kid,' she said. "I feel fortunate enough that if I step out of this for a minute, I'm hopefully not giving it up forever. But, yeah, I've always wanted that.' The couple share a €2.8m home in Islington, north London, with their terrier, Fran. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more In 2020, Ronan was reported to have purchased a two-bedroom waterfront cottage in Ballydehob in west Cork. The couple produced the 2024 adaptation of The Outrun, which Ronan starred in, describing her husband as 'a lot calmer' than she is as a collaborator. "He's my voice of reason. But as a duo, we've both been on film sets our whole lives, so we have an appreciation of what we're asking actors to do. We always want them to feel safe,' she told USA Today. On whether the pair would appear on screens together again, she said: "Jack didn't want to for a long time, but I've now convinced him that's a great idea. I'd really like to do something together on stage.' The Co Carlow star launched her movie career at a young age and she was just 13 when she picked up her first Oscar nomination in 2008 for Atonement. Subsequent best actress nominations came for her roles in Brooklyn (2015), Lady Bird (2017) and Little Women (2019). Her first media appearance was at the age of 10, when she appeared on the late Gerry Ryan's radio show in a bid to win a trip to Florida for her family. She won the contest with her impression of the Gingerbread Man from Shrek.
