Yvonne McGuinness: Everything You Need To Know About Cillian Murphy’s Wife

Irish actor Cillian Murphy is undoubtedly one of Ireland’s greatest exports to the world in terms of showbiz. He announced his entry into the showbiz industry as the lead singer, pianist, and songwriter of a rock band named The Sons of Mr. Green Genes. The band was locally popular and Murphy even turned down a record deal in the late 1990s. He moved on to chase his acting dreams and today, he is one of the most sought-after actors.

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Cillian is loved home and abroad and as such everything about him is of interest to the public. One thing about Cillian that the people have shown interest in is his love life. Fans have been wondering if Cillian Murphy is still married and how he met his wife Yvonne McGuinness. This is what this post seeks to address. The post will answer some of the questions relating to Yvonne McGuinness’ biography, age, birthday, her Instagram, her career as an artist, her marriage to Cillian Murphy, and more.

Who is Cillian Murphy’s Wife Yvonne McGuinness?

Yvonne McGuinness is an Irish artist. Her work covers film, performance, sculptural and textile elements, sound and writing. On her official website, she has an interest in embodied experience of place and belonging by staging live, public, interventions, and performances which create surreal and dynamic moments of interaction and connection to place, time, and communities.

Yvonne McGuinness was born on October 12, 1972, in Kilkenny, Ireland. She is 49 years of age and celebrates his birthday every year on October 12. Not much is known of McGuiness’ mother. Her father, Gay McGuinness, is a successful businessman. He owns a famous vineyard called Domaine des Anges in Provence. Gay McGuinness bought the wine vineyard in 1986 after leaving his transport business. The 18-hectare vineyard of vines is now widely referenced as possibly the best domaine in the Ventoux appellation.

Yvonne McGuinness is also the niece of Irish Fianna Fáil politician John James McGuinness. John McGuinness has been a Teachta Dála for the Carlow–Kilkenny constituency since the 1997 general election.

Yvonne McGuinness lives in Monkstown, Country Dublin.

Yvonne McGuinness holds a Master’s degree from the Royal College of Art in London and has several short films to her credit which include This is between us (2011), Charlie’s Place (2012) and Procession (2012).

Yvonne McGuinness married Cillian Murphy, her long-time boyfriend of nine years, in 2004. The marriage ceremony took place at her father’s Domaine de Notre Dame des Agnes vineyard in Provence, southeastern France. They have two sons, Malachy, born in December 2005 and Aran, born in July 2007.

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Yvonne Mcguinness and family
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Below are some top facts about Yvonne Mcguinness;

  • Yvonne Mcguinness is a highly skilled artist who has showcased her talents through diverse mediums such as print arts, videos, and context-specific installations, among others.
  • Yvonne Mcguinness met  Cillian Murphy during one of his music career concerts in 1996.
  • Yvonne Mcguinness is four years older than her husband. She was born on October 12, 1972, while her husband, Cillian Murphy was born on 25th May 1976.

Questions Cillian Murphy’s fans ask about his wife Yvonne McGuinness

Is Yvonne McGuinness in Peaky Blinders?

Viewers of Peaky Blinders might have spotted a cast who resembles Yvonne McGuiness but no, Yvonne McGuinness is not in Peaky Blinders.

Is Cillian Murphy still married?

Cillian Murphy is still married. He married Yvonne McGuinness in 2004 and they are still together. They currently have two sons.

How did Cillian Murphy and Yvonne McGuinness meet?

Cillian Murphy has said in an interview with Guardian that he first met Yvonne McGuinness during the shooting of 2001 Irish film “Disco Pig.” He added that Yvonne McGuinness was on the roads with him during the whole tour. However, considering that they dated for almost nine years before getting married casts doubt if Cillian really meant what he said. Several sources, which seem to be true, claim that Yvonne and Cillian met at Murphy’s rock concert in 1996.

Is Yvonne McGuinness related to Martin McGuinness?

Though they share the same last name, Yvonne McGuinness is not related to Martin McGuinness. Yvonne McGuinness is rather related to John McGuinness, an Irish Fianna Fáil politician.

Does Yvonne McGuinness have Instagram?

There is no verified Instagram account in the name Yvonne McGuinness nor an account in such name with enough followers to be assumed it’s that of Cillian’s wife.