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Saoirse-Monica Jackson & Jamie-Lee O’Donnell on the truth behind the beloved character.
If ever there was a breakout star of a show, its Sister Michael ofDerry Girls.
), the headmistress is a force to be reckoned with.
When asked why she did such a thing, the nun replies, Bit of a slow day.
Although Sister Michael appears too good to be true, she happens to have a real-life counterpart.
Well, kind of.
And she was very like Sister Michael.
Ms. McTague was always very good at clipping those wings a bit.
Shed say, Its not going to be like that forever, you know?
If you want to do something, you have to understand the concept of healthy competition.
Shes far more than just a witty no-nonsense headmistress who strikes the fear of God into them.
Theres a responsibility that falls on the adults around these young women, ODonnell explains.
Life isnt always going to be easy.
This is a notion the Derry-born actor can relate to all too well.
it’s crucial that you be prepared for the world, and Sister Michael does that really well.
And with her own flair and comedy, ODonnell tells me.
I think others who have a similar background to us [will relate].
Meanwhile, Jackson believes Sister Michael represents a telling aspect of the culture thats heartily explored within the show.
About [not] having notions and ideas above your station, which sometimes I dont like.
Its great to have ideas above your station; that should be encouraged.
Thats what Sister Michael does.
She never gives the girls a real sense of security.
So theres obviously a draw there… we just cant leave her the f*ck alone.
It would be awesome to see a spin-off.
Sister Michael solving crimes or something, he tells me earnestly.
Mother of God, can you imagine Sister Michael and Ted Hastings sharing the screen?
Alexa, play The Cranberries Dreams as we imagine the beauty of this.
