Celebrated Corkonian and BAFTA winning actor Siobhan McSweeney has announced that she will be raffling off the iconic gown worn at the awards with proceeds donated to Marymount University Hospital and Hospice.

McSweeney won a BAFTA for best female performance in a comedy programme for her role as Sr Michael, the eye-rolling principal of Our Lady Immaculate College, in Channel 4 sitcom Derry Girls.

"Ever since my darling Dad, Traolach Mac Suibhne, passed away in Marymount in 2019 me and my brother wanted to do something to show our deep gratitiude for the magnificant, bespoke and deeply compassionate care he received in his last month. Dreams of running a marathon have come, and unsurprisingly gone. When I was lucky enough to win a BAFTA in May I thought the very least I could do is raffle off this beautiful dress. It may be arrogant enought to believe people would be interested in it, but I can assure you it will make you feel like a million dollars! It is surprisingly comfy and so beautifully cut. It has been altered slightly but that only makes it more bespoke. If you are a size 20 this will fit you like a glove. I know €20 is a lot but it will be going directly to Marymount. And believe me, it is a worthy cause. 

Thank you for considering buying a ticket. Sister Michael would approve." - Siobhan McSweeney