Aiden Gillen To Play Former Taoiseach In New TV Series

Irish actor Aiden Gillen has certainly played some amazing characters in his past, but his latest role is a slightly different one.

The actor will be taking on the role of Charlie Haughey in a new TV trilogy entitled Citizen Charlie, according to the Irish Independent.

Gillen, who is probably best known for his role as John Boy in Love/Hate, will play the former leader in a three-part 90 minute drama which is costing RTE about 3.7 million.

According to the paper, a source claimed that Gillen's screen test for the role was absolutely "chilling".

"The hair and make-up was perfect to make Aidan look like Charlie Haughey in the 60s," said a film source."

"RTE require an exceptional actor to play Haughey but also someone who would be known in both the UK and America."

The airing date of the show has not yet been announced, but this will certainly be an exciting project.