Firefighters Battle Blaze at UFC Star Conor McGregor’s Dublin Pub

Fire Erupts at Conor McGregor’s Dublin Pub Amid Personal Turmoil

Firefighters rushed to extinguish a blaze at UFC star Conor McGregor’s Dublin pub, The Black Forge Inn, on Friday. Dramatic footage showed flames and thick smoke billowing from the establishment, located in the Drimnagh area of the city. Authorities confirmed no injuries, but the incident marks the second fire-related attack on the property since McGregor purchased it for £2 million in 2020.

Firefighters tackle flames at McGregor’s pub.

A Troubled History
In 2022, the pub was targeted by petrol bombs hours after McGregor had visited. The latest fire reignited concerns about the safety of the venue, which has become a celebrity hotspot. Earlier this month, rapper 50 Cent celebrated his birthday there ahead of a performance at Dublin’s Longitude Festival.

Emergency services at the scene.

McGregor’s Controversies
The incident follows a turbulent period for McGregor, 37. Recently, he faced backlash after photos surfaced of him kissing a woman on a Florida beach while fiancée Dee Devlin, his partner of 15 years, was absent. Rapper Azealia Banks further fueled scandals by sharing alleged unsolicited nude photos of McGregor online, accusing him of harassment.

McGregor and Devlin with their children amid controversy.

Legal and Personal Struggles
In 2024, McGregor lost a civil case in which he was found liable for raping a woman in a Dublin hotel in 2018. Despite the ruling, Devlin publicly supported him, dismissing the allegations on social media and emphasizing their family’s resilience. The couple, engaged since 2020, shares four children.

The Black Forge Inn, purchased by McGregor in 2020.

Moving Forward
While McGregor and Devlin recently vacationed in Sardinia to celebrate his birthday, the pub fire adds to the fighter’s challenges. Investigations into the cause are ongoing, with authorities yet to confirm if the blaze was intentional. The couple’s united front, however, suggests they aim to weather the storms together, focusing on their family and business ventures.

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