What is recorded here
Niall MacGinnis was born in the Ranelagh area of Dublin in 1913, the son of Mary Josephine and Patrick F. MacGinnis. He later became a physician and actor, studying medicine at Trinity College Dublin before pursuing drama at the Old Vic. His life bridged healing and performance, carrying a poetic timbre through roles in Shakespearean theatre and classic films.
Why this person is known: Irish actor (1913–1977)
- Birthplace
- Dublin
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