“Words can’t describe how broken-hearted we are.”
Belfast actor Michael Campbell has died at the age of 35. An online death notice for the actor, also known as Michael Patrick, said he died on Tuesday at NI Hospice “surrounded by his loving family and friends”.
The award-winning actor has worked on stage, TV, film and radio productions. Recent theatre work includes his autobiographical play My Right Foot, and The Tragedy Of Richard II.
On television, he has appeared in This Town, Blue Lights, Krypton and Game of Thrones. He had been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in early 2023 and later began to use a wheelchair.
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In a social media post, his wife Naomi said: “Words can’t describe how broken-hearted we are.
“It’s been said more than once that Mick was an inspiration to everyone who was privileged enough to come into contact with him, not just in the past few years during his illness but in every day of his life.
“He lived a life as full as any human can live. Joy, abundance of spirit, infectious laughter. A titan of a ginger haired man.”
She added: “We are so grateful for every person who supported us through the last few years.”
The Lyric Theatre in Belfast also paid tribute to Michael, saying they are “devastated” to hear of his passing. A spokesperson for the theatre said: “Michael has been part of the Lyric family for many years, from performing his first one-man show, I, Banquo to the incredible The Tragedy of Richard III in 2024, where his portrayal of Richard III made it a legendary production & one of the greatest performances ever on the Lyric stage.
“His work as a writer and actor has been hugely impactful and the great strength and dignity he showed in light of his diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is a great inspiration to us all. We at the Lyric pay tribute to his remarkable talent and send our deepest condolences to his wife Naomi, his mother and sisters, and all his friends, family and colleagues at this sad time.”
In his funeral notice, Michael was described as the “beloved husband of Naomi, devoted son of Pauline and the late Michael, brother to Kate, Maurice and Hannah, uncle of Micheál.”
The notice added: “Michael will be reposing in O’Kanes Funeral Home, 2 St Jude’s Avenue, Belfast BT7 2GZ, from Thursday 9/4/26, those wishing to pay their respects, are welcome to call Thursday, Friday, between 9.00am and 5.00pm.
“Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Monday 13th April 2026, in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Knockbracken Drive, Carryduff, BT8 8EX at 11.00am, Mass can be viewed live at https://churchmedia.tv/parish-of-drumbo-and-carryduff.
“Followed by burial in Roselawn Cemetery at 1.00pm. Deeply regretted by his entire family circle.”
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