Niall Horan Is a Well-Known Irish Singer and Songwriter Who Gained Fame as a Member of the Popular Boy Band One Direction. Born on September 13, 1993, in Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland, Niall Showed an Early Interest in Music and Began Playing Guitar at a Young Age. His Passion for Music Eventually Led Him to Audition for the Singing Competition Show the X Factor, Where He Would Go on to Become a Member of One Direction.