Nicholas Bernard James Adam Byrne, Jr.
- Born:
- October 9, 1978, Dublin, Ireland
- Nationality:
- Irish
- Profession(s):
- Singer, Songwriter, Radio and Television Presenter, Dancer
Early Life and Education
- Byrne was a promising footballer in his youth, playing for Home Farm Football Club and St Kevin's Boys.
- He briefly played professional football with Leeds United as a goalkeeper.
Career and Major Achievements
- Rose to fame as a member of the Irish pop group Westlife.
- Westlife achieved 14 number-one singles in the United Kingdom.
- Following Westlife's split in 2012, Byrne pursued a career in radio and television.
- Hosted shows on RTÉ 2fm (Ireland) and has presented various television programs, including Dancing with the Stars (Ireland).
- Represented Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest 2016 with the song "Sunlight".
- Rejoined Westlife for their reunion in 2018, releasing new music and touring.
Notable Works
Discography (Westlife)
| Album Title | Year Released |
|---|---|
| Westlife | 1999 |
| Coast to Coast | 2000 |
| World of Our Own | 2001 |
| Turnaround | 2003 |
| ... | ... |
Television Appearances
| Show Title | Role | Year(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Dancing with the Stars (Ireland) | Host | 2017-Present |
| Eurovision Song Contest | Presenter/Contestant | Various |
Personal Life
- Married Georgina Ahern in 2003.
- Has three children.
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Legacy and Impact
Nicky Byrne has had a significant impact on the Irish and British music scene as a member of Westlife. His subsequent career in broadcasting has solidified his position as a prominent media personality.