Michael Flatley
Michael Flatley | |
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 Flatley on stage, 2009 | |
| Born | Michael Ryan Flatley July 16, 1958 |
| Occupation | Irish dancer |
| Years active | 1969–2016 (dancing) 1971–present (music) |
| Known for | Riverdance (1994–2016) Lord of the Dance (1996–2022) Feet of Flames (1998–2001) Celtic Tiger Live (2004–2007) |
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| Children | 1 |
| Website | www |
Michael Ryan Flatley (born July 16, 1958)[1] is an Irish-American dancer. He became known for Irish dance shows Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, Feet of Flames, and Celtic Tiger Live.
In 2003, Flatley was treated for a malignant melanoma.[2] In January 2023, Flatley announced that he had surgery for "an aggressive form of cancer".[3][4]
In July 2025, Flatley announced his candidacy for President of Ireland in the 2025 presidential election.[5] He dropped out of the race in September 2025.
References
- ↑
Johnson, Lawrence A. (2001-06-15). "Former Chicago Plumber Brings His Remarkable Feat Back Home". The Chicago Tribune. p. 5-2.
Born Michael Ryan Flatley July 16, 1958 to parents who emigrated from Ireland a decade earlier, Michael began dance lessons at age 4, taught by his grandmother, a champion Irish dancer.
- ↑ Shaikh, Thair (November 16, 2006). "'Riverdance' star Flatley seriously ill in hospital". The Independent. Archived from the original on May 12, 2022.
- ↑ Evans, Connie (11 January 2023). "Michael Flatley diagnosed with 'aggressive form of cancer'". Evening Standard. Retrieved 11 January 2023.
- ↑ "Michael Flatley has surgery after 'aggressive cancer' diagnosis". RTE. 11 January 2023. Retrieved 11 January 2023.
- ↑ Ní Aodha, Gráinne (25 July 2025). "Michael Flatley to make bid for Irish presidency, court told". The Irish Independent. Retrieved 25 July 2025.