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US actor Patrick Duffy, aka Bobby Ewing pays visit to local Longford cafe

Jul 9, 2022 08:40 By Shannonside News
US actor Patrick Duffy, aka Bobby Ewing pays visit to local Longford cafe
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The staff of a Longford restaurant had an unexpected customer yesterday when US actor Patrick Duffy, aka Bobby Ewing of Dallas stopped for a bite to eat.

The staff of Bia Deas Cafe in Edgeworthstown were delighted to welcome the US actor along with wife Linda Purl who is a famous US actress.

Staff said that the couple were lovely to talk to and very down to earth.

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Patrick Duffy and partner Linda Purl who is known for her roles in the likes of Happy Days and the Office are visiting Ireland this week.

They are seeking to trace Duffy's Irish roots and to film a new TV series which will air in the United States next year.

Duffy visited Kilmovee close to the Roscommon border where he met some long-lost relativities.

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The TV series, with the working title of Finding Ireland, will shine a spotlight on Ireland, from the rich culture to the spectacular scenery.

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