Niamh O’Brien is an Irish dancer who has performed in various shows hosted by her husband, Michael Flatley, Lord of the Dance.
She is also the director of college career development at the Center for Career Education at Columbia University.
Niamh is passionate about Irish dancing and has competed at the highest level, winning many awards and trophies.
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- Full name: Niamh O’Brien
- Nickname: Neev
- Date of birth: 1980s
- Age: 40
- Female
- Place of birth: Ireland
- Nationality: Irish
- Occupation: Dancer, career advisor
- Height: 176cm
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Michael Flatley
- Children: Michael St. James Flatley
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: 3 million USD
Early Life & Education
Niamh O’Brien, believed to be in her forties, was born in Ireland and grew up with a love of Irish dancing.
She began studying this art form at the age of 3 and was taught by Marie Duffy-Pask, a world-famous Irish dance teacher.
She competed professionally at age 17 and placed fourth at the World Championships. She also studied at the University of Limerick, earning a degree in business studies.
Personal life
Niamh O’Brien met Michael Flatley, the famous Irish-American dancer and choreographer, while performing in his shows.
They are instantly attracted and fall in love. They became engaged in August 2006 and married in October 2006 at St Patrick’s Cathedral in Fermoy, County Cork, Ireland.
The wedding was a lavish affair, with Niamh wearing a vintage beaded Badgley Mischka dress worth £80,000 and a £300,000 wedding ring.
The couple welcomed their son, Michael St. James Flatley, on 25 April 2007. They live in Castlehyde House, a mansion in County Cork, and have homes in London, Monaco and the Bahamas.
Career
Niamh O’Brien has had a successful career as an Irish dancer, performing in various shows hosted by her husband, Michael Flatley.
She has appeared in Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, Feet of Flames, Feet of Flames World Tour 2000 and Celtic Tiger.
She starred as Saoirse, the Irish Colleen, in Lord of the Dance and danced with her husband in several of his solo performances.
She toured the world with her husband and his troupe, entertaining millions of fans with their breathtaking and energetic performances.
Niamh O’Brien is also the director of college career development at the Center for Career Education at Columbia University.
She is responsible for providing career guidance and support to university students and organizing events, workshops and employment opportunities.
She is known for sending emails to students, informing them about the various resources and services CCE offers.
She has worked at CCE since 2011 and has helped many students achieve their career goals.
Net value
According to some sources, Niamh O’Brien has an estimated net worth of around $3 million. She has earned her wealth from her career as an Irish dancer and her work at CCE.
She also shares the fortune of her husband, Michael Flatley, whose net worth is estimated at $350 million.
The couple owns many properties around the world, including a villa in County Cork worth $30 million.
Social Media
- Instagram handle name: Not applicable
- Twitter name: Not applicable
Book
Niamh O’Brien has not written or published any books. She is only mentioned in books written by her husband, Michael Flatley, such as:
- Lord of the Dancing: My Story
- Lord of the Dance: The Autobiography of a Superstar
