Dolours Price

Dolours Price (1950-2013) was a prominent figure in the Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA), known for her deep-rooted commitment to the Irish republican cause. Born into a family that strongly supported republican ideals, she became involved with the IRA in 1971, driven by her beliefs and the tumultuous political climate of the time. Price gained notoriety for her involvement in the 1973 Old Bailey bombing, which led to her imprisonment; she served eight years before being released in 1981.

Throughout her life, Dolours was also known for her high-profile marriage to Irish actor Stephen Rea, which lasted from 1983 until their separation in 2003. Following her release from prison, she became an outspoken advocate for republicanism and shared her experiences in various interviews, illuminating the complexities of her life and choices.

Dolours Price's life ended tragically in 2013, when she succumbed to a lethal combination of sedatives and anti-depressants, a death that was later classified as accidental by the Dublin Coroner's Court. Her legacy remains multifaceted, reflecting both her controversial political activities and her personal struggles, leaving an indelible mark on the narrative of the Northern Irish conflict.