Sinéad O’Connor Biography: Spouse, Age, Children, Cause Of Death, Net Worth, Religion, Songs

Sinéad O’Connor (born 8 December 1966), whose birth name is Shuhada’ Sadaqat, was a revered Irish singer and songwriter. Her mesmerizing voice enchanted listeners, and her album The Lion and the Cobra earned international acclaim.

Tragically, on July 26, 2023, the world mourned Sinéad O’Connor‘s passing at the age of 56, after a valiant battle with mental health challenges. Only 18 months before, she endured the heartbreak of losing her beloved son, Shane Lunny.

Sinéad O’Connor‘s legacy lives on, proving the profound impact of her music and the complexities of the human spirit. May her celestial voice resonate in the heavens, forever touching the hearts of those who hear her songs.

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Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Shuhada’ Sadaqat
Stage Name:	Sinéad O’Connor
Born:	8 December 1966 (age 56 years old)
Place of Birth:	Dublin, Ireland
Died:	26 July 2023
Education:	Newtown School
Nationality:	Irish
Height:	1.63 m
Parents:	Marie O’Connor, John O’Connor
Siblings:	Joseph O’Connor, Eimear O’Connor, Eoin O’Connor, John O’Connor
Spouse:	Barry Herridge (m. 2011-2023, Steve Cooney (m. 2010–2011), Nicholas Sommerlad (m. 2001–2004), John Reynolds (m. 1987–1991)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Frank Bonadio (2006-2007), Donal Lunny (2003-2004), John Waters (1995-1996), Peter Gabriel (1992-1993), Anthony Kiedis (1990), Tex Axile
Children:	Shane Lunny, Jake Reynolds, Roisin Waters, Yeshua Bonadio
Occupation:	Singer • Songwriter
Net Worth:	$1.5 million

Early Life & Education

Sinead O’Connor, a renowned Irish singer-songwriter, was born in the vibrant city of Dublin, Ireland, on December 8, 1966. She was blessed to be the third child among five siblings: John O’Connor, Eoin O’Connor, Eimear O’Connor, and Joseph O’Connor. 

Sinead O’Connor‘s father, John Oliver “Seán” O’Connor, started his career as a structural engineer but later pursued law and became a barrister. Meanwhile, her mother, Marie O’Connor, played a significant role in raising Sinead after her parents divorced when she was eight.

Sinead O’Connor had a challenging childhood. She has exposed the terrible facts of her mother’s physical and emotional abuse of her. Additionally, she sadly suffered from sexual abuse caused by a close family friend, further aggravating her harrowing experiences. 

At the tender age of 14, Sinead O’Connor‘s unruly behavior led to her being removed from a Catholic school due to ongoing absences and robbery incidents. Consequently, she was sent to a reformatory, marking a significant moment in her troubled adolescence.

Sinead O’Connor graduated from Newtown School. She was a self-taught musician who taught herself to play the guitar and piano. She also studied voice and piano at the Dublin College of Music, but her degree still needed to be completed.

Career

Sinéad O’Connor enchanted audiences with her debut album, The Lion and the Cobra, in 1987. The album’s beautiful melodies included the beloved tracks Mandinka and Nothing Compares 2 U, which became an iconic anthem of the 1990s.

Her brilliance continued to shine with her second album, I Do Not Want What I Don’t Have, in 1990, selling over seven million copies worldwide. The lead single, Nothing Compares 2 U, topped charts and captured hearts around the globe.

Beyond her music, Sinéad O’Connor fearlessly advocated for various causes and even became ordained as a priest in 1999. Throughout her career, she remained an unyielding voice for issues close to her heart, profoundly impacting society.

Her journey of self-discovery led to personal transformations, including changing her name to Magda Davitt in 2017 and embracing Islam in 2018, adopting the name Shuhada’ Sadaqat. Through it all, Sinéad O’Connor‘s musical passion remained constant, leaving an enduring legacy in her devoted fans’ hearts.

Awards & Nominations

Grammy Awards

• 1991: Best Alternative Music Performance for I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got
• 1991: Nominated for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance for Nothing Compares 2 U
• 1991: Nominated for Best Music Video, Short Form for Nothing Compares 2 U
• 1992: Nominated for Best Music Video, Long Form for Year of the Horse
• 1996: Nominated for Best Music Video, Short Form for Famine
• 1995: Nominated for Best Music Video, Short Form for Fire on Babylon

MTV Video Music Awards

• 1990: Winner for Video of the Year for Nothing Compares 2 U
• 1990: Winner for Best Female Video for Nothing Compares 2 U
• 1990: Winner for Best Post-Modern Video for Nothing Compares 2 U
• 1990: Nominated for Breakthrough Video for Nothing Compares 2 U
• 1994: Nominated for Best Video from a Film for You Made Me the Thief of Your Heart (from the film “In the Name of the Father”)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: Sinead O’Connor (@oconnor.sinead)
• Facebook: Sinéad O’Connor
• Twitter handle: Sinéad O’Connor (@SineadOConnor)
• Youtube: Sinéad O’Connor

Personal Life

Sinéad O’Connor‘s life was full of ups and downs, marked by multiple marriages and four children. Her first marriage was in 1989 to John Reynolds, with whom she had a son named Jake Reynolds.

Sadly, the couple divorced in 1991, only two years later. Sinéad O’Connor had a daughter named Roisin Waters with Irish journalist John Waters in 1996. Their relationship was filled with riots, and they were involved in a bitter custody dispute over their daughter. Finally, Sinéad O’Connor allows Roisin Waters to live with John Waters in Dublin.

In 2001, Sinéad O’Connor decided to tie the knot with Nicholas Sommerlad. However, their marital bliss was short-lived, as their union, unfortunately, lasted only for a mere 11 months. 

Despite this setback, Sinéad O’Connor became a mother again in 2004 when she welcomed her third child, Shane Lunny, into the world. This time, the proud father was musician Donal Lunny. Continuing her journey as a mother, she gave birth to her fourth child in 2006 – Yeshua Bonadio. The father of this child is none other than Frank Bonadio.

Sinéad O’Connor dated celebrities including Frank Bonadio (2006-2007), Donal Lunny (2003-2004), John Waters (1995-1996), Peter Gabriel (1992-1993), Anthony Kiedis (1990), and Tex Axile. Before her death, she married four times. She was previously married to the likes of Barry Herridge (2011-2023), Steve Cooney (2010-2011), Nicholas Sommerlad (2001-2004), and John Reynolds (1987 – 1991).

On July 26, 2023, the family of Sinéad O’Connor made known to the public that Sinéad had passed away at the age of 56. Sadly, no further details or explanations were provided regarding the circumstances that led to her death.

Discography

• 1987: The Lion and the Cobra
• 1990: I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got
• 1992: Am I Not Your Girl?
• 1994: Universal Mother
• 2000: Faith and Courage
• 2002: Sean-Nós Nua
• 2005: Throw Down Your Arms
• 2007: Theology
• 2012: How About I Be Me (and You Be You)?
• 2014: I’m Not Bossy, I’m the Boss
• Nothing Compares 2 U
• Drink Before The War

Net Worth

Sinéad O’Connor, the notable Irish singer-songwriter, possesses a net worth of $1.5 million. 

Renowned for her distinct and exceptional musical talents, Sinéad O’Connor gained widespread recognition during the 1990s primarily due to her controversial and outspoken nature, which captivated audiences worldwide.