About
Colm J. Meaney (born May 30, 1953) is an acclaimed Irish actor. Born in Dublin, Meaney discovered his passion for acting in his youth and later honed his craft at the Abbey Theatre School before joining the National Theatre of Ireland. He achieved global recognition for his iconic portrayal of Chief Miles O'Brien within the Star Trek franchise, seamlessly transitioning the character from Star Trek: The Next Generation to a leading role on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine across a staggering 225 total episodes. Beyond science fiction, Meaney is deeply revered for starring as the quintessential working-class father in all three film adaptations of Roddy Doyle’s beloved Barrytown Trilogy: The Commitments, The Snapper (which earned him a Golden Globe nomination), and The Van. A highly versatile character actor, his prolific Hollywood filmography includes memorable roles in major blockbusters such...
Known for
Law & OrderSeries • 1990
The SimpsonsSeries • 1989
Law & Order: Criminal IntentSeries • 2001
Star Trek: The Next GenerationSeries • 1987
It's Always Sunny in PhiladelphiaSeries • 2005
MacGyverSeries • 1985
Star Trek: Deep Space NineSeries • 1993
Stargate AtlantisSeries • 2004
Dr. Quinn, Medicine WomanSeries • 1993
The UnitSeries • 2006
Screen TwoSeries • 1985
MoonlightingSeries • 1985
GargoylesSeries • 1994
Tales from the DarksideSeries • 1984
Gangs of LondonSeries • 2020
Hell on WheelsSeries • 2011
Con AirMovie • 1997
Law Abiding CitizenMovie • 2009
Layer CakeMovie • 2004
Die Hard 2Movie • 1990
Remarkably Bright CreaturesMovie • 2026
Men in TreesSeries • 2006
StrangersSeries • 1978
The Serpent QueenSeries • 2022