The actor Richard Harris may have been known as a “hellraiser,” but an exhibition of his life and career at the Hunt Museum in Limerick shows there were many other sides to him. Little-known stories of Harris’s early life as well as personal and professional letters, rare photographs, sporting memorabilia, and other carefully selected artefacts reflect his range and influence.
The interactive display uncovers the story of an actor, born in Limerick city on October 1st, 1930 who became internationally renowned for his multifaceted roles which include playing the part of Albus Dumbledore, the Hogwarts headmaster, in the first two Harry Potter films.
Harris grew up in Overdale, a large Edwardian redbrick house on Ennis Road.
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