From Dublin to the Dream: 19-Year-Old Craig Hogan Makes Hollywood Splash at Star-Studded Variety Event
The stars weren’t the only thing shining in Los Angeles this week — 19-year-old Irish performer Craig Hogan brought his own spark to the Variety Power of Young Hollywood red carpet, making his U.S. debut in style.
Hogan, a professional dancer and actor with roots in Ireland and a fierce focus on international stardom, stepped onto the red carpet among some of the brightest talents in film, music, and digital media. The invite-only affair, held in the heart of Hollywood on August 7, is one of the most closely watched events of the summer. Past honorees include Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, and Olivia Rodrigo. This year’s spotlight landed on Sabrina Carpenter, Sadie Sink, and Marcello Hernández — and in the crowd of next-gen stars, Hogan held his own.
“It’s surreal to be here so early in my career,” Hogan said, still visibly buzzing from the flashbulbs. “I never imagined I’d be walking red carpets in Hollywood at 19.”
While the California sun set behind him, Craig brought a bold sense of style and an unmistakable confidence — the kind of presence that makes photographers look twice. But his moment wasn’t just about fashion or flash. Behind the scenes, Hogan has been quietly building a slate of impressive work.
He’s currently cast in two new film and television projects, including an anticipated Netflix series set to begin filming this autumn. Another major screen credit already underway is Pinocchio Unleashed, a UK-based feature in which Craig has a confirmed role. Though details remain under wraps, industry whispers suggest it’s a unique reimagining of the classic tale with a dark edge and modern twist.
On the music side, Hogan appears as a featured dancer in an upcoming music video produced by Grammy-winner Bruce Elliot-Smith — best known for his work with Kylie Minogue and Paul Oakenfold. It’s the kind of global-meets-glamour collaboration that makes Craig’s crossover from Ireland to Hollywood feel less like a leap and more like the next natural step.
He was also recently nominated for Best Dancer at the World Entertainment Awards, held during Grammys Week, and named a finalist for Dancer of the Year at Ireland’s Golden Dance Awards — a homegrown honour that Craig calls “deeply personal.”
With more red carpets on the horizon, including award shows, film premieres, and festival appearances, Craig Hogan is no longer knocking on Hollywood’s door. He’s already inside — and making room for more.
