Former Ireland football ace James McClean to star in 'powerful and emotional' Living with Lucy
Lucy Kennedy moved in with James, his wife Erin, and their children, earlier this year and got a rare glimpse into the life of one of Ireland’s most talked-about sports stars
Former Ireland ace James McClean will appear on this weekend’s Living with Lucy.
The episode is described as both “powerful and emotional”. Host Lucy Kennedy moved in with James, his wife Erin, and their children, earlier this year and got a rare glimpse into the life of one of Ireland’s most talked-about sports stars.
The Wrexham captain brought Lucy from his childhood estate in Derry to the pitch at Wrexham.
Lucy also follows James through all the places and people that shaped him. Along the way, she meets his parents and gets a crash course in boxing.
In a candid and heartfelt interview, James opens up about the poppy controversy that has followed him throughout his career, the abuse he receives from football fans, his autism diagnosis in his 30s, and why he continues to speak out despite the backlash.
Episode 2 of Living with Lucy on Virgin Media Play and Virgin Media One at 9pm on Sunday the 19th of October.
The episode is described as both “powerful and emotional”.
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The Wrexham captain brought Lucy from his childhood estate in Derry to the pitch at Wrexham.
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In a candid and heartfelt interview, James opens up about the poppy controversy.
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