Yvonne Connolly has revealed that a childhood dream of hers came true after landing a role in the upcoming Irish film 500 Miles.
The former model and presenter shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the set of the movie on Instagram, where she stars alongside Hollywood actress Maisie Williams.
Posting snaps from filming, Yvonne wrote: “On set of 500 Miles, a movie I played a small role in. It’s out this week in Ireland and next week in the UK.”
She also praised Irish production company Port Pictures, adding: “Making some amazing Irish movies. Go see it. You won’t be disappointed. Beautiful, poignant movie.”
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Yvonne revealed that she plays Emer, who she joked is “basically an angry version” of herself and is cast as Maisie Williams’ mother in the film.
“I had the best day ever! In a movie… on a horse… doing a stunt,” she wrote, before thanking Louise Kennedy for helping make her “childhood dream come true”.
The film boasts an impressive cast including Bill Nighy, Clare Dunne, Michael Socha, Roman Griffin Davis and Dexter Sol Ansell.
Directed by Morgan Matthews and written by Malcolm Campbell, 500 Miles follows two brothers who run away from home in England in a bid to reach their estranged grandfather on Ireland’s west coast.
Fans quickly flooded the comments section of Yvonne’s post, with many praising her exciting acting venture and saying they couldn’t wait to watch the film.
“At the top of my watchlist. Best wishes to you and the entire cast and crew,” wrote one follower.
While daughter Ali Ketaing penned: “Proud as proud can be.”
How exciting!