Daniel O'Donnell is taking an extended break from touring after health challenges
DANIEL O'DONNELL is to take an extended break from his busy entertainment career.
The 63-year-old has announced that he is to take a break following 'health challenges.'
A spokesperson for the Co Donegal star told fans: 'After much reflection, Daniel has decided to take an extended break from touring.
'This decision was not made lightly, but it is driven by the health challenges he has faced over the past few years, particularly with allergies and recurrent chest infections while touring extensively.'
The spokesperson said Daniel will continue his touring commitments until December 2025, but he has realised that he needs to step back and focus on his health and well-being.
The spokesperson said the pause 'is essential for him to recharge and recover' and is 'not a retirement but rather a temporary break'.
Early next year, Daniel is due to host his annual Opry le Daniel shows on TG4.
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Additionally, in September 2026, he is set to perform, as he has in previous years, on Gertrude Byrne's Mediterranean Cruise.
These will be his only confirmed performances for the year.
Daniel and wife Majella now have four grandchildren whom they love spending time with.
Their youngest grandchild, Jack, was born last month in Australia while Majella's daughter Siobhan and her husband Gavin also have Archie, Olivia and Luke.
The star has already taken a number of such breaks over the years saying he wanted to take time out to spend it with his family.
In 2014, Daniel announced he would be taking a break from touring for personal reasons. The decision came after Daniel's wife Majella underwent successful treatment for breast cancer.
Back in 2012, the singer marked 30 years in the music industry but then announced that he was cutting back on his touring commitments and gruelling schedule.
A number of years earlier in 1992, Daniel took a number of months off after admitting he faced physical and mental exhaustion due to his demanding schedule.
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