Love/Hate star Peter Coonan has admitted he can’t believe fans love his crazed gangster alter ego Fran.
The TV actor’s character was seen taking part in a number of gangland killings, animal abuse, and drug smuggling.
But Peter has found that fans of the RTE show have fallen in love with Fran – despite the horror he is seen inflicting on others.
Lawless: Peter stars as bad boy Fran in Love/Hate | RTE
“People have learned to love him. Especially in series three when he became this loveable rogue when he came out of prison,” he said.
Peter’s lawless character on Love/Hate has since landed him a role as Brendan Behan in the Borstal Boy, which runs at the Gaiety Theatre until October 11.
Peter is grateful to the RTE hit series for giving him amazing opportunities since starring on in Love/Hate.
Awards: Peter received a Best Supporting Actor in Television IFTA | VIPIRELAND.COM
“There’s been such a positive reaction to the show and all the characters. It’s quite amazing and great to be a part of,” he said.
“It has given me opportunities like this to play as Brendan Behan on the Gaiety stage.”
Meanwhile, Peter has also landed a role in Irish film The Guarantee starring as former anglo boss David Drumm.
The Guarantee, which is based on the 2008 bank deal crisis, will be shown in certain cinemas and TV3 in November.
