April 12th 2023.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) US President Joe Biden expressed his delight in meeting actor James Martin, whose success in the Oscar-winning short film An Irish Goodbye has earned him much praise. During his visit to Ulster University in Belfast, Mr Biden publicly commended Martin for his incredible achievements and even offered a congratulatory bow.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Mr Biden and Martin shared a warm embrace and a beaming smile for their photo together
The president shared his admiration for Martin's work, saying: 'Today Northern Ireland is a churn of creativity, art, poetry, theatre. Some of our favourite television shows and movies are filmed here, as you know. I understand the star of the recent Oscar-winning film - and somewhat of a Belfast barista - James Martin is here today. James, where are you?'
Martin then received a standing ovation from the audience, and the two embraced for their photo together. Mr Biden added: ‘I got to meet James, I got my picture taken, I’m going to go home and brag to my daughter.’
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) The US President and Martin shared a memorable moment at the Ulster University in Belfast
The special moment between the two was an encouraging reminder of the positive change that can be achieved when people come together to celebrate success.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) During his visit to Northern Ireland this week, US President Joe Biden was delighted to meet James Martin, the star of the Oscar-winning short film An Irish Goodbye. He took the opportunity to single out Martin’s presence in the audience during one of his speeches at Ulster University in Belfast, leading to a round of applause. Mr Biden then said: ‘I got to meet James, I got my picture taken, I’m going to go home and brag to my daughter.’
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Mr Biden was pictured with his arm around Martin’s shoulders in a one-arm hug as they beamed broadly for the camera
Martin, who hails from Belfast and previously worked as a barista, wore a sharp yellow shirt and striped tie, while the president was his usual self in a blue suit and white shirt.
The recognition from the president was greatly appreciated by Martin and his co-star Seamus O’Hara who, as brothers in An Irish Goodbye, won plaudits and critical acclaim for their remarkable performances.
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