Hollywood star Johnny Depp was among the many mourners who gathered to bid a farewell to Shane MacGowan, the lead singer of The Pogues, as he was cremated this afternoon. Depp, who was a close friend of MacGowan, stood alongside the singer’s widow, Victoria Mary Clarke, as they shared a final embrace. The emotional send-off took place at the Shannon Crematorium, where MacGowan’s ashes were placed in the River Shannon.
MacGowan, best known for the Christmas classic “The Fairytale of New York,” passed away last week after battling pneumonia. His funeral mass, which took place yesterday and was watched live by millions of people around the world, was attended by celebrities such as Nick Cave, Bob Geldof, and Depp. The mourners at the service included approximately 1500 people who gathered to pay their respects to the iconic singer.
Depp, who had an intimate connection with MacGowan, was seen patting the coffin in a poignant moment as it was handed over for cremation. The funeral procession, which made its way through the streets of Dublin, was met with an outpouring of love and support from fans and musicians alike. Tributes to MacGowan, whose music touched the lives of many, were sung and played throughout the emotional procession.
At the wake that followed the funeral, Johnny Depp was reported to have shown his unwavering love and respect for MacGowan, chatting with mourners and sharing in the collective grief. His attendance at the wake, as well as at MacGowan’s wedding to Victoria Mary Clarke, was a testament to the deep bond the two shared.
In a heartfelt moment during the funeral service, Victoria Mary Clarke shared how MacGowan had urged Depp to forgive his ex-wife, Amber Heard. This display of forgiveness and compassion, advocated by MacGowan, spoke to the enduring legacy of the singer and the impact he had on those who knew him.
Shane MacGowan’s funeral marked a bittersweet celebration of the life and music of a beloved artist, as well as a touching display of friendship and support from those who held him dear. The legacy of MacGowan’s music, as well as the love and memories he leaves behind, will continue to live on in the hearts of his fans and loved ones.