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Jeremy Irons, the OSCAR-winning actor who won the Oscar in 2005, was welcomed warmly by the city of Sevilla on the first day of the Feria de Abril 2025.
The British actor, renowned for his performances in The Lion King The Merchant of Venice. Reversal in Fortune. was welcomed at the municipal Caseta – ‘tent’ or ‘marquee’ in this context.
Sevilla’s Mayor, Jose Luis Sanz welcomed Irons inside and pin a badge of the fairground arch on his jacket.
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Mayor Sanz said, “It’s an honor to host a film icon like Jeremy Irons in a week so dear to us and so special as the Feria.”
“I invited him, and we kept our word today. Sevilla welcomes those with talent and a love of culture.
Irons received the award for Best European Film at the 21st European Film Festival in Sevilla on November 20, 2024. Giraldillo de HonorThe award recognizes his distinguished film and theater career.
It was during that visit that the mayor invited the Brit to the spring fair – one of the most iconic events in the city’s calendar.
Irons was clearly excited to be back in Sevilla on his fourth visit. He joined the festivities and took a walk through El Real You can mingle with other guests, including the model Nieves, Juanma Moreno (regional president) and local media.
Irons said, “It is a great honor to be able to return to Sevilla. It’s a city that I admire deeply and which always welcomes me with warmth.”
It was a memorable experience. “This is the fourth time I’ve been here but it’s my first time at the Fair.”
Irons, wearing a scarf with spots, a flower on his hat in red, and a new Fair pin got into the Feria’s tradition dress.
He sampled, according to the local press Rebujito – the fair’s signature sherry cocktail – as well as classic Spanish dishes, including tortilla de patatas You can also find out more about the following: jamon serrano.
The actor was reported to have been captivated. paseo de caballosThe elegant horse parade is a daily event that winds through the fairground.
Irons’ unexpected appearance at the fair caused quite a stir. Many of those who attended were shocked by his visit.
Fans and reporters flocked together to take pictures and talk with the star. The actor posed for photos and happily chatted as he strolled around the event.
Angie Moreno is the city councillor for tourism, culture and arts. She was the one who presented Irons with his award. Giraldillo de Honor last year, described him at the time as a ‘living legend’ – a sentiment clearly shared by the crowds who greeted him with admiration and affection at this year’s Feria.
