Barry Keoghan Defends His Parenting Amid 'Deadbeat Dad' Claims
- Barry Keoghan, 32, is a father to two-year-old son Brando and split from his ex-girlfriend Alyson Kierans in mid-2023.
- He spoke about his difficult upbringing, including living in foster care and the impact of his mother's drug addiction.
- Keoghan passionately defends his parenting, stating he is not absent and that public criticism frustrates him.
Barry Keoghan has responded to accusations of being a 'deadbeat dad' amidst discussions of his parenting on The Louis Theroux Podcast. The 32-year-old actor shares insights about his difficult upbringing, having lived in over ten foster homes due to his mother's struggles with drug addiction. After losing his mother at a young age, Barry acknowledges how these experiences shape his parenting of his two-year-old son, Brando, whom he shares with ex-girlfriend Alyson Kierans. He rejects the notion that he is absent and expresses frustration over public criticisms of his parental role. His reflection on his past highlights both challenges and the emotional impact that it continues to have on him. Through acting, Barry has managed to channel some of his childhood trauma into a productive outlet while ensuring he remains involved in Brando's life despite his tumultuous past.