Hollywood Star Among Handful of Pogues’ Singers Inner Circle to Bid Farewell
Hollywood star Johnny Depp was among the handful of close friends and family members to bid a final farewell to Pogues lead singer, Shane MacGowan, as he was cremated this afternoon. The funeral mass was held yesterday and was watched live on television around the world and attended by around 1500 people.
Depp, who was a close friend of MacGowan, stood close to Shane’s widow Victoria Mary Clarke and the group hugged as Shane’s coffin was handed over to be cremated. “Johnny has shown his love for Shane throughout his time in Ireland,” a source said. “His respect for Shane has been there for all to see. At the wake, he chatted with everyone who approached him, but he didn’t get up and sing with the Celtic band.”
MacGowan, who died last week following a battle with pneumonia, is most well-known for the Christmas classic ‘The Fairytale of New York.’ His funeral attracted many celebrities, including Nick Cave, Bob Geldof, and Depp, who was seen saying an emotional goodbye to his friend during the service.
The funeral procession for MacGowan also made its way through the streets of Dublin, with more than 30,000 people lining the streets to pay their respects to the Irish music legend. Condolences and tributes poured in from across the globe to honor MacGowan and his legacy.
Shane MacGowan’s influence on the music industry and the impact of his contributions are expected to be felt forever. His funeral was an emotional farewell to a beloved figure in the music world.