Notable People of Cahersiveen

"The Liberator", born at Carhan just outside the town, led the campaign for Catholic Emancipation and sat as a Member of Parliament. The town's church is named in his memory.

The poet and playwright, best known for 'The Boys of Barr na Sráide', about his Cahersiveen boyhood.

A footballer from Cahersiveen who played for the United States national soccer team.

The CNN journalist grew up in Cahersiveen.