Il Fatto Quotidiano: È morto Finnian Garbutt, l’attore della serie tv “Hope Street” malato di tumore alla pelle da quattro anni

Mondo del cinema in lutto. L’attore nordirlandese Finnian Garbutt, noto per il suo ruolo nella serie poliziesca “Hope Street”, è morto a 28 anni “serenamente a casa” dopo un improvviso peggioramento delle sue condizioni di salute. Nato a Bangor il 15 settembre 1997, Garbutt aveva preso parte alle ultime tre stagioni del drama prodotto da BBC “Northern Ireland” e girato a Donaghadee, nella contea di Down.
In un messaggio diffuso sui social, la famiglia ha annunciato la scomparsa: “Siamo devastati nel comunicare che Finnian è morto dopo un improvviso peggioramento. Ti ameremo e ci mancherai per sempre”. Nel testo, i familiari lo ricordano come “il miglior marito, padre, figlio, fratello e amico che si potesse desiderare”. Garbutt si era sposato lo scorso anno con la compagna Louise e lascia una figlia di appena un anno.
L’attore era malato da quattro anni di un tumore della pelle, diagnosi che aveva deciso di condividere pubblicamente. Diplomato nel 2019 al Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, aveva interpretato anche Benvolio in “Romeo e Giulietta” al Lyric Theatre di Belfast e preso parte a produzioni televisive come “Casualty”. Tra i suoi lavori anche il film “Housejackers”, presentato al Belfast Film Festival.
Lo scorso marzo, lo stesso Garbutt aveva reso noto di essere entrato “nelle fasi finali” della malattia: “Gli esami hanno mostrato che il cancro è progredito rapidamente”, aveva scritto, spiegando di voler dedicare il tempo restante alla famiglia e agli amici.
Cordoglio dal mondo dello spettacolo per la scomparsa dell’attore. Il collega Cameron Cuffe ha ricordato come egli “abbia portato gioia a così tante persone”. Eddie Doyle, responsabile dei contenuti di Bbc Northern Ireland, ha evidenziato l’importanza del ruolo di Garbutt nella serie: “È stato una componente essenziale del successo di “Hope Street”. Ha donato moltissimo al personaggio dell’agente Ryan Power”. Anche la casa di produzione Long Story Tv lo ha descritto come “un membro amatissimo della famiglia di ‘Hope Street'”, sottolineandone il talento.
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Finnian Garbutt, the actor from the TV series “Hope Street,” who had been battling skin cancer for four years, has died.

The world of cinema is in mourning. Northern Irish actor Finnian Garbutt, known for his role in the police series “Hope Street,” died at 28 years old “peacefully at home” after a sudden worsening of his health. Born in Bangor on September 15, 1997, Garbutt had appeared in the last three seasons of the BBC-produced drama “Northern Ireland” and filmed in Donaghadee, County Down.

In a message posted on social media, the family announced the passing: “We are devastated to announce that Finnian has died after a sudden worsening. We will love you and miss you forever.” In the text, the family remembers him as “the best husband, father, son, brother, and friend one could wish for.” Garbutt had married his partner Louise last year and left a daughter of just one year old.

The actor had been ill for four years with skin cancer, a diagnosis he had decided to share publicly. He graduated in 2019 from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, where he also played Benvolio in “Romeo and Juliet” at the Lyric Theatre in Belfast and appeared in television productions such as “Casualty.” Among his works was the film “Housejackers,” presented at the Belfast Film Festival.

Last March, Garbutt himself had announced that he was in the “final stages” of his illness: “Tests showed that the cancer had progressed rapidly,” he wrote, explaining that he wanted to dedicate the rest of his time to family and friends.

Condolences from the entertainment world for the actor’s passing. Colleague Cameron Cuffe remembered him as “bringing joy to so many people.” Eddie Doyle, head of content for BBC Northern Ireland, highlighted the importance of Garbutt’s role in the series: “He was an essential component of the success of “Hope Street.” He gave a lot to the character of agent Ryan Power.” Long Story Tv production house also described him as “a beloved member of the ‘Hope Street’ family,” highlighting his talent.

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PARA SPORT: Swansea to host part of four-city festival expansion in biggest shake-up yet

Swansea will once again be at the centre of a major national sporting event after plans were confirmed to expand the Para Sport Festival across four cities in 2026.

The festival — launched this week at the LC Swansea — will grow from its current format into a multi-venue event spanning Swansea, Cardiff, Newport and Bangor.

Organisers say the move marks a major step forward for what has quickly become one of Wales’ most important inclusive sporting events.

The 2026 edition will also shift from its traditional summer slot to the autumn, a change designed to support further growth and attract a wider range of competitions and athletes.

Swansea launch highlights growing ambition

The expansion was formally unveiled in Swansea, where schoolchildren from across the area were invited to take part in a series of taster sessions — including wheelchair basketball, football, boxing, judo and boccia.

The event, backed by Disability Sport Wales, is now entering its fifth year, with organisers pointing to steady growth in both participation and profile.

Welsh Government minister Jack Sargeant said continued investment in the festival reflected a wider commitment to disability sport.

“Our continued support of the Para Sport Festival reaffirms our commitment to the development of disability sport, creating sporting opportunities for disabled people from across Wales.

“This event will once again make the most of the fantastic facilities in Swansea, Cardiff and Newport — and now Bangor — meaning more people from more areas can join in than ever before.”

Children try out inclusive sports activities at the Para Sport Festival launch event.

New sports and international ambitions

As part of the expansion, organisers confirmed that new disciplines — including visually impaired tennis and para powerlifting — will be introduced for 2026.

There are also plans to increase the level of competition, with hopes of attracting more elite athletes from outside Wales and the UK.

Robyn Wilkins, Para Sport Festival Senior Officer at Disability Sport Wales, said the event’s growth had been driven by both returning competitions and new additions.

“We are always looking at ways to expand and 2026 sees the expansion from two to four host cities.

“We take great pride in the return of past sporting events as it shows how important and successful the Para Sport Festival has been in terms of a significant date in the sporting calendar.

“But we are also incredibly excited to see the festival attracting new sporting events to the schedule.”

She added:

“For our returning events, we continue to grow the level of competition and are looking to bring more world class athletes from outside of Wales and the UK than ever before.

“For our new events, we see the introduction of visually impaired tennis and para powerlifting — events that will showcase Wales’ ability to host a range of competitive sporting events.”

The Para Sport Festival will expand to four host cities across Wales in 2026.

Athletes highlight impact of festival

Athletes involved in the festival say its growth is helping to raise the profile of disability sport while opening up opportunities for more people to get involved.

Paralympic, World and European champion Ben Pritchard, who attended the Swansea launch, said the event’s development over recent years had been significant.

“It’s testament to the Festival in terms of how it’s grown in four years.

“It’s a great way to showcase sport and to encourage people of all ages and abilities to enjoy being involved — whether that’s participating, volunteering or cheering from the sidelines.”

Competitor Sue Morris said the festival had played a key role in her own sporting journey.

“The Para Sport Festival holds a very special place in my heart.

“It was my first shooting competition and I came away with two gold medals — an event I will never forget. The atmosphere was amazing.”

Wheelchair basketball player Alex Wilson added that the event provides a vital platform for athletes.

“It is hard to put into words the influence sport has had on my life and it’s fantastic to showcase the sport I love as part of this multi-sport, multi-venue festival.”

Swansea remains key to festival’s future

With Swansea once again hosting key elements of the festival, organisers say the city will continue to play a leading role as the event develops.

The expansion to four cities is expected to bring increased attention to Wales as a destination for major inclusive sporting events — while also ensuring more communities can take part.

For Swansea, it reinforces the city’s growing reputation as a hub for sport — and ensures it remains firmly at the heart of one of the country’s fastest-growing events.

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