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Glen Hansard, the Irish singer-songwriter immortalized by his Oscar-winning song “Falling Slowly” from the film “Once,” has died at 56 in a tragic motorcycle accident outside Dublin. A beloved figure in Irish music, known for fronting The Frames and forming The Swell Season with Markéta Irglová, Hansard’s soulful voice and street-busking roots touched countless lives. Tributes poured in from Bruce Springsteen to Irish President Catherine Connolly, honoring his artistry and warmth. He leaves behind his wife Maire and their young son Christy, with his legacy as a musical force and compassionate performer forever etched in hearts across the world.

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