Danny O'Carroll

Danny O'Carroll (born 16 October 1983)

Early life and family O'Carroll was born on 16 October 1983 in Dublin. He is the son of Brendan O'Carroll, who plays Agnes Brown in the series, as well as the brother of Fiona O'Carroll, nephew of Eilish O'Carroll, and stepson of Jennifer Gibney, all of whom also feature in the series. As a teenager, O'Carroll was diagnosed with dyslexia, which his father and brother Eric were also diagnosed with around the same time.

Career As well as Mrs. Brown's Boys, O'Carroll also starred in and was an executive producer of the Mrs. Brown's Boys D'Movie. Channel 4 offered him an international travel series. Due to family commitments, O'Carroll declined the opportunity to participate in Dancing on Ice in 2019.

On 10 December 2024, O'Carroll was announced to be taking part in the eighth season of the Irish version of Dancing with the Stars.

From 5 January 2026, O'Caroll began co-presenting an afternoon programme on Highland Radio.

Personal life O'Carroll lives in County Donegal.

O'Carroll married Amanda Woods in 2007. She portrays Betty Brown in Mrs. Brown’s Boys. They have two sons. In 2024, he appeared to confirm their separation by sharing a photo with his new partner.

Filmography Film Year Film Character(s)1999 Angela's Ashes Clarke2000 When the Sky Falls Shaughnessy's son 2014 Mrs. Brown's Boys D'Movie Buster Brady

Television Year Title Role 2002–2008 Mrs Brown's Boys The Original Series 2008 Britain's Got the Pop Factor... and Possibly a New Celebrity Jesus Christ Soapstar Superstar Strictly on Ice CD printing worker 2011–present Mrs. Brown's Boys Buster Brady 2017–2022 All Round to Mrs. Brown's Buster Brady 2018 For Facts Sake Self 2026 Shedites Barry (Cheesy)