Jerry O Connor
County: Wexford
Artform: singer, songwriter
2025 recipient of the Older Traveller Artist Award from Age and Opportunity, Jerry O’Connor is a musician, songwriter, and poet from New Ross, County Wexford. He began writing songs and poetry at 14 and started playing guitar at 20 to bring his lyrics to life. Over the past 35 years, he has recorded a wide range of original material, blending traditional influences with personal storytelling. Rooted in his Traveller heritage, Jerry’s work reflects a lifelong journey of creativity, identity, and self-discovery.