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 respect, with them often saying what needs to be said, directly to those who need to hear it.

So how did Jedward become the brave voice of reason in a world gone increasingly backwards? Were they always this Jepically forward-thinking and did we just not appreciate it, distracted by their quiffs and shiny suits?