Oscar-winning Irish musician and activist Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash in Dublin. In a statement to broadcaster RTE, his agents ATC management said: “With broken hearts we announce the passing of Glen Hansard who passed away, in the early hours of this morning, following a road traffic accident in Dublin. Get the first look at the digital newspaper, curated daily stories and breaking headlines delivered to your inbox. Irish prime minister Micheal Martin said Hansard was “a talented musician and actor who made a significant contribution to Ireland’s cultural landscape over many years”. Irish police said a man in his 50s died in single vehicle motorcycle crash in Lucan on the outskirts of the Irish capital early on Wednesday.