From joke to woke: How Jedward became Ireland’s favourite sons

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Ireland is known as the land of saints and scholars, and our ability to entertain is globally renowned. When it comes to a good show, Lucan’s loveliest lads Jedward are more than able to provide.

Jedward’s career has been diverse to say the least and the twins have have proven that they’re able to adapt. But it’s their more recent activism and outspoken campaigning on social issues that has earned them serious respect, with them often saying what needs to be said, directly to those who need to hear it.

As they marked their milestone 30th birthday they promised that they are ‘going to make our thirties more important and impactful’.