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Moya Brennan

Moya Brennan, born 1952, is an Irish singer, songwriter, and harpist. She is known as the voice of Clannad and for her solo work.

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Occupation

Singer

Born in

Gaoth Dobhair

Born

August 4, 1952

Zodiac

Leo

26,916

days lived

73

age at death

$2 million

net worth

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Born
August 4, 1952 in 🇮🇪Gaoth Dobhair
Died
April 13, 2026 (aged 73)
Zodiac
♌︎Leo·dragon 🐉
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About

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Moya Brennan, also known as Máire Brennan, was an Irish folk singer, songwriter, harpist and philanthropist. She began performing professionally in 1970 when her family formed the band Clannad. Brennan released her first solo album in 1992 called Máire, a successful venture. She received a Grammy Award from five nominations and won an Emmy Award. She recorded music for several soundtracks, including Titanic, To End All Wars and King Arthur.

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  • •Moya Brennan's birth name is Máire Philomena Ní Bhraonáin.
  • •She is the eldest of nine children and comes from a musical family; her siblings include fellow Clannad members Ciarán and Pól Brennan, and Enya.
  • •Moya Brennan sang the theme song 'Harry's Game' for the British television series of the same name; it gained international recognition.
  • •She was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best New Age Album in 1999 for her album 'Whispers to the Wild Things'.
  • •Moya Brennan has released several solo albums in addition to her work with Clannad, exploring contemporary Christian music and themes of faith.

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Sun Sign

Leo♌︎

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Moon Sign

Aquarius♒︎

Dominant Element

Fire

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2011
Day 21,334
Age 58

Awarded Ireland's Top Music Award

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Jan 1, 2011

Moya Brennan received the TG4 Gradam Ceoil award, recognizing her significant contribution to Irish music.

2009
Day 20,604
Age 56

Grammy Nomination for 'Affairs of the Heart'

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96%
Jan 1, 2009

Moya Brennan received another Grammy nomination for her album 'Affairs of the Heart'.

2004
Day 18,777
Age 51

Recording for King Arthur Soundtrack

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96%
Jan 1, 2004

She recorded music for the soundtrack of the epic historical film 'King Arthur'.

2000
Day 17,316
Age 47

Recording for To End All Wars Soundtrack

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Jan 1, 2000

Moya Brennan contributed music to the soundtrack for the historical drama film 'To End All Wars'.

1998
Day 16,586
Age 45

Grammy Nomination for 'Whispers of the Sky'

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96%
Jan 1, 1998

Her album 'Whispers of the Sky' received a Grammy nomination, highlighting her international success.

1994
Day 15,125
Age 41

Recording for Titanic Soundtrack

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Jan 1, 1994

Moya Brennan recorded music for the soundtrack of the blockbuster film 'Titanic'.

1992
Day 14,394
Age 39

First Solo Album Release

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Jan 1, 1992

Moya Brennan released her debut solo album, 'Máire', marking a significant step in her individual music career.

1982
Day 10,742
Age 29

Clannad's Breakthrough Album

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96%
Jan 1, 1982

Clannad released 'Magical Ring', featuring the hit 'Theme from Harry's Game', which brought them international recognition.

1970
Day 6,359
Age 17

Formation of Clannad

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Jan 1, 1970

Moya Brennan began her professional music career when her family formed the band Clannad.

1952
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Birth of Moya Brennan

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Aug 4, 1952

Máire Brennan, later known as Moya Brennan, was born in Gaoth Dobhair, County Donegal, Ireland.