He has since clarified the comment, saying London has more opportunity for aspiring artists, and living in Dublin was "frustrating".
Maynooth's Paul Mescal has explained why he'd pick London over Dublin.
The actor came under fire in a Harper's Bazaar interview with co-star Jessie Buckley, after saying he prefers the English capital over the Irish.
He has since clarified the comment, saying London has more opportunity for aspiring artists, and living in Dublin was "frustrating".

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