Date of Birth
27th June 1951

From
Belfast, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland

Family
She married Dr. Martin McAleese in 1976.
They have three children: Emma, born in 1982
and twins Justin and Sara Mai, born in 1985.

Pets
She has two springer spaniel dogs named
Homer and Lucy.

Career
Before becoming President, she worked as a barrister, journalist and a University Professor.

Flag
The Presidential Standard is a golden harp on a blue background. If you see this flag flying over Áras an Uachtaráin, it means the President is at home!