Pop singer Ed Sheeran revealed on a podcast that he identifies culturally as Irish, despite being born and raised in England. He spoke about his large Irish family and childhood experiences in Ireland, where he spent holidays and was exposed to traditional music. Sheeran expressed pride in his Irish heritage and success in Ireland, calling it his second home musically. He also discussed the challenges of fame, particularly regarding privacy for his children, and his preference for train travel over owning a private jet.
Source: https://www.thejournal.ie/ed-sheeran-identifies-irish-6728821-Jun2025/