'A beautiful gesture' - stamps unveiled in honour of Sinead O'Connor, Shane MacGowan, Christy Dignam and Seamus Begley
Briefly

O'Connor's former husband John Reynolds expressed a "great honour" in having Sinéad included in the stamp series, emphasizing how it dignifies her memory amidst grief.
Shane MacGowan's wife hailed his honor as a stamp recipient, reflecting on his pride in Irish stamps as symbols of freedom and cultural identity.
The stamps’ designer, Shaughn McGrath, aimed to capture the "humanity, strength and humility" of each musician through their expressive portraits, focusing on their eyes and hands.
Dignam's daughter noted the family's deep appreciation for the stamp honoring her father, mentioning he would find such recognition humorously royal.
Read at Irish Independent
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