Famous Irish actor Brenda Frickerwhose memorable performances in ‘My Left Foot’, ‘Home Alone 2. Lost in New York’ and the BBC medical drama ‘Casualty’ won him worldwide acclaim, has died aged 81. He died on Thursday in Dublin. Fricker made history as the first Irish actor to receive an Academy Award, winning the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her powerful performance in ‘My Left Foot’.His agent, Phil Belfield, confirmed his death in a statement to the BBC, saying, “We will never see him again and the world will be smaller for him.”He added, “I was honored to know, love and work with him and he will always have a place in my heart and the hearts of many film and TV fans around the world.” Fricker received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1990 for portraying the mother of Daniel Day-Lewis’ character in ‘My Left Foot’. The show became the most significant success of his career and secured his place among Ireland’s most popular screen talents.Throughout a career spanning film, television and theater, Fricker has built an impressive body of work. One of her most famous television roles was as nurse Megan Roach in the BBC series ‘Casualty’, where she appeared in the show’s debut episode in 1986. Although she left as a regular cast member in 1990, she returned for several guest appearances, with her last episode airing in 2010.She is also widely remembered for playing the compassionate Pigeon Lady in ‘Home Alone 2′. Lost in New York’ (1992), shares some of the film’s most touching moments with Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McCallister. Born in Dublin, Fricker began his acting career in theater before establishing himself in television and film. Early in his career, he appeared in ‘Coronation Street’ in 1977 and featured in David Hare’s ‘Play for Today’ production of ‘Licking Hitler’ in 1978.His Oscar win in 1990 marked a historic milestone, making him the first Irish actor to win an Academy Award. She took home the Best Supporting Actress award ahead of fellow nominees including: Julia Roberts and Anjelica Huston. Over decades of work, Fricker has earned acclaim for bringing warmth, authenticity and emotional depth to every performance. His extraordinary legacy continues to captivate audiences around the world, ensuring that his contributions to cinema and television will never be forgotten.