David O'Hara

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David O'Hara
David O'Hara as 'Fitzy' from the Departed
Born	9 July 1965 Glasgow, Scotland
Notable roles	'Stephen' in Braveheart

David O'Hara (born on 9 July 1965) is a Scottish actor.

O'Hara was born in Glasgow, Scotland to Martha and Patrick O'Hara, of Irish Catholic descent. He has appeared in many movies and TV series, including a featured role in the U.S. series The District, which he left after a couple of seasons to return to the British Isles.

His memorable role as the 'mad' Irishman Stephen in Braveheart saw him become William Wallace's (Mel Gibson) trusted friend and guardian after proclaiming, "It's my island'.

O'Hara is also a lifelong supporter of Celtic F.C.

[edit] Selected filmography

• Nobody's Hero (2006)
• The Departed (2006)
• Tristan and Isolde (2006)
• Hotel Rwanda (2004)
• Stander (2003)
• Crossfire Trail (2001) (TV Movie)
• Made (2001)
• The District (2000 - 2001) (TV series)
• Oliver Twist (1997) (TV)
• The Matchmaker (1997)
• The Devil's Own (1997)
• Prime Suspect 5: Errors of Judgment (1996) (TV)
• Some Mother's Son (1996)
• Braveheart (1995)
• Comfort and Joy (1984)

[edit] External links

• David O'Hara at the Internet Movie Database