Poet Gabriel Rosenstock has died at the age of 76, with his family paying a glowing tribute to his endeavours to unite people with poetry. Mr Rosenstock (76) was a globally renowned poet and writer, who brought the Irish language to the world’s literary circles. He was a member of Aosdána, the academy of Irish artists who have produced a significant body of work. Gabriel RosenstockMr Rosenstock is survived by his wife Eithne and children Tristan, Heilean and Saffron. "May I join with all those who have expressed such sadness on learning of the death of the poet, translator, playwright and writer of so many different forms, Gabriel Rosenstock,” she said.

Source: Irish Independent April 06, 2026 19:30 UTC