Irish actor Chris O’Dowd has lavished praise on Katie Taylor.

The ‘Bridesmaids’ star is based in London.

He says it is great that the whole nation got behind her.

He is currently spending time at home while he films scenes for his new comedy ‘Moone Boy’ which is based on his life growing up in Boyle in Co. Roscommon.

Chris says Katie Taylor seems like a cool girl.