McSweeney is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: * Ailis McSweeney (born 1983), Irish sprinter specialising in the 100 metre event *

Alex McSweeney Alexander Nicholas Peter McSweeney (born 20 December 1966) is an English actor, writer and director, best known for playing Graham Foster in ''EastEnders'' from 2003 to 2005, and again in 2023. Other programmes he has appeared in include ''Silen ...

, British actor who appeared on the TV show ''EastEnders'' (2003–2004) * Alf McSweeney, printer who founded the magazine ''Race Walking Record'' in 1941, and edited the magazine for 16 years * Barry McSweeney, Irish scientist and the first Chief Science Advisor to the Government of Ireland * Dave McSweeney (born 1981), English footballer, senior career began in 2000 *

David McSweeney (politician) David McSweeney (born 1965) is a Republican politician and investment specialist from Barrington Hills, Illinois. He served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 2013 to 2021. Early life, education, and career McSweeney was born in Park ...

(born 1965), Investment banker who was the Republican candidate in Illinois's 8th congressional district election, 2006 * Ella McSweeney (born 1978), Irish radio and television presenter and producer * Ervin McSweeney (born 1957), New Zealand cricketer who played 16 One Day Internationals in the 1980s *

James McSweeney James McSweeney (born 24 October 1980) is a British retired kickboxer and mixed martial artist. A professional since 2005, McSweeney is best known for being a cast member of Spike TV's '' The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights'' and competing in th ...

(born 1980), English mixed martial arts fighter and former Muay Thai kickboxer * John McSweeney, known as John Zewizz (born 1955), English-born American industrial music performer *

John McSweeney (Ohio politician) John McSweeney (December 19, 1890 – December 13, 1969) was an American lawyer and politician who served as a U.S. Representative from Ohio in the 20th century. Biography Born in Wooster, Ohio, McSweeney attended the public schools and was ...

(1890–1969), United States congressman representing Ohio * Joyelle McSweeney (born 1976), poet, critic, and professor at the University of Notre Dame * Leah McSweeney (born 1982), founder and CEO of the "Married to the MOB" clothing line *

Leon McSweeney Leon McSweeney (born 19 February 1983) is an Irish former footballer who made more than 200 appearances in the Football League. McSweeney now serves as the U21 Senior Development Phase Coach at former club Leicester City. Ireland Leon McSweeney ...

(born 1983), Irish footballer, senior career began in 2000 *

Miles Benjamin McSweeney Miles Benjamin McSweeney (April 18, 1855September 29, 1909) was the 87th governor of South Carolina from June 2, 1899, to January 20, 1903. Early life and education Born in Charleston, McSweeney's father died when he was four years old. He s ...

(1855–1909), 87th Governor of South Carolina (1899–1903) *

Morgan McSweeney Morgan McSweeney (born 1977) is an Irish-born political strategist based in the United Kingdom. He has served as Downing Street Chief of Staff under Prime Minister Keir Starmer since October 2024. McSweeney was the campaign manager for the Labo ...

(born 1977), British campaign manager *

Neil McSweeney Neil McSweeney (born 9 June 1976 in Irvine, North Ayrshire, Irvine, Scotland) is a British songwriter and musician based in Sheffield, England. His acoustic guitar playing style combines folk music, folk, blues and country music, country influence ...

(born 1976) Songwriter and musician based in Sheffield, England * Peter McSweeney (1842–1921), merchant and politician who represented the Northumberland division in Canadian Senate (1899–1921) *

Robyn McSweeney Robyn Mary McSweeney (born 9 October 1957) is an Australian politician. She was a Liberal member of the Western Australian Legislative Council from 2001 to 2017, representing the region of South West. McSweeney was born in Bridgetown, Weste ...

(born 1957), Australian politician, member of the Legislative Council in the state of

Western Australia Western Australia (WA) is the westernmost state of Australia. It is bounded by the Indian Ocean to the north and west, the Southern Ocean to the south, the Northern Territory to the north-east, and South Australia to the south-east. Western Aust ...

* Trash McSweeney, Australian musician and lead singer for the band ''The Red Paintings''

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