Tom Hardy recently caught the eye of fans when he was spotted walking his French Bulldog in London while wearing a tricolour balaclava. The green, white, and orange accessory immediately grabbed attention, and it wasn’t long before the actor became the subject of an article on The Sun’s website.
Kneecap Welcomes Hardy as a “Comrade”
Following Hardy’s public appearance in the iconic accessory, Kneecap’s members—Mo Chara (Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh), Móglaí Bap (Naoise Ó Cairealláin), and DJ Próvaí—took to social media to show their appreciation. Sharing Hardy’s photo, they posted: “Tom Hardy – welcome comrade,” with the Irish flag and handshake emojis, giving him a thumbs up for his fashion choice.
Fans Want a Kneecap Movie Sequel with Hardy
The crossover between Hardy and Kneecap fans didn’t go unnoticed. Fans quickly started suggesting the idea of making a sequel to the Kneecap movie and having Hardy join the cast.
Kneecap’s Big Night at the IFTA Awards
This week, Kneecap made headlines again as they were photographed with their partners at the IFTA awards in Dublin. The group picked up four awards at the prestigious event, including Best Director for Rich Peppiatt and accolades for casting, costume design, and editing. Kneecap members also received nominations for Best Actor, with Michael Fassbender nominated for Best Supporting Actor in their film.
Celebrity Appearances at the IFTA Awards
At the star-studded IFTA Awards, Kneecap rubbed shoulders with big names like Cillian Murphy, Saoirse Ronan, Nicola Coughlan, and Andrew Scott. The band’s appearance was just one of many highlights from the night, where Small Things Like These won Best Film and Cillian Murphy took home the award for Actor in a Lead Role.
Saoirse Ronan also had a memorable night, winning two awards: Actress in a Lead Role for The Outrun and Actress in a Supporting Role for Blitz.
A Powerful Display of Culture and Fashion
At last August’s Dublin and Belfast premieres, Kneecap made a statement by arriving in a PSNI-style Land Rover, proudly waving Irish and Palestinian flags. This bold fashion choice and their dedication to raising awareness through their music and style continue to solidify their place as cultural trailblazers.