Trivia

After his death, a statue honoring him was constructed in Dublin on Harry Street near St. Stephen's Green.

Once shared a London flat with documentarist-photographer Chalkie Davies.

Was the bassist and lead singer of the 1970s rock band Thin Lizzy.

His wife was Caroline Crowther, the daughter of TV personality Leslie Crowther and Jean Crowther.

Was the bassist and lead singer of Grand Slam.

Two daughters, Sarah and Cathleen.

Childhood friend of fellow Thin Lizzy band-member, Gary Moore.

Son of Philomena Lynott.

Middle name "Parris" is surname of his father. His father was a Brazilian seaman who met his mother in Manchester. They never married and he returned home to Brazil.

Was an avid and passionate football player.

Spent part of his childhood in Manchester, England and was a huge fan of Manchester United.

Thin Lizzy did not disband when Lynott died. The band continues to tour with a modified line-up.

Brother-in-law of Liz Crowther, Lindsey Crowther, Charlotte Crowther, Nick Crowther.