The Maynooth actor says meeting the English monarch wasn't on his "list of priorities," as the two were introduced at the premier of Gladiator 2.
Paul Mescal's comment about meeting Britian's King Charles has sparked a debate about modern sentiment towards the UK.
The Maynooth actor says meeting the English monarch wasn't on his "list of priorities," as the two were introduced at the premier of Gladiator 2.
Speaking to Variety magazine, Paul says it wasn't on his bingo card, but he was happy for film director, Ridley Scott, to share the encounter.
However, loyalist activist, Moore Holmes, says he thinks Irish people should be "thanking" the British empire.

Kildare Volunteers Remove 580KG Of Waste During Nationwide Clean Up Day
Luas Project For Lucan Set To Progress To Consultation Stage Later This Year
Raheens GAA Club Awarded €5K As Part Of Nationwide Campaign
Council To Re-Engage With Celbridge St. John Of God In Effort To Re-Open Car Park
Kfm Obituary Notices
Planned Naas Data Centres To Be Discussed In Oireachtas Amid Proposed Moratorium
€15M Service Station Set To Open Next Week In Naas