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Extra.ie
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Daniel O'Donnell hits out at cruel scammers after announcing break from touring
Daniel O'Donnell's management team have issued a warning to fans after a number of fake social media pages and bogus news stories began circulating online, falsely claiming updates about his and other family members' health. The Donegal singer took to his official Facebook page to set the record straight, urging followers to ignore the misleading content and only trust updates posted by his team. 'Can I please ask you not to engage with any of these fake pages. They are all lies, photos that have been altered. All to get people to click into them. The only pages you ever need to read official news from is this page. Trish.' The message comes just days after Daniel announced he will be stepping back from touring at the end of 2025 to focus on his health. The 62-year-old revealed that the decision, though difficult, was necessary after years of struggling with allergies and recurring chest infections while on the road. Daniel O'Donnell. Pic: Karwai Tang/WireImage Fans can still catch Daniel live until December 2025, and he will appear on TG4's Opry le Daniel early next year, as well as on Gertrude Byrne's Mediterranean Cruise in September 2026 – his only confirmed performances for that year. The singer's heartfelt message and his warning to fans reflect his ongoing commitment to keeping his supporters informed, while also protecting them from misinformation during a personal and challenging time.
RTÉ News
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Daniel O'Donnell taking break from touring due to 'health challenges'
Daniel O'Donnell has announced he is taking an extended break from his busy entertainment career due to "health challenges". A spokesperson for the 63-year-old Co Donegal star said in a statement: "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 Mr O'Donnell 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 added: "This pause is essential for him to recharge and recover. He emphasises that 'this is not a retirement but rather a temporary break'." Early next year, the singer will host his annual Opry le Daniel shows on TG4. Additionally, in September 2026, he will perform, as he has for many years, on Gertrude Byrne's Mediterranean Cruise. These will be his only confirmed performances for the year. Mr O'Donnell and wife Majella now have four grandchildren. The latest 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, he announced he would be taking a break from touring for personal reasons. The decision came after his wife Majella underwent successful treatment for breast cancer. In 2012, the singer marked 30 years in the music industry but then announced that he was cutting back on his touring commitments and schedule. A number of years earlier in 1992, he took a number of months off after admitting he faced physical and mental exhaustion due to his demanding schedule.
Sunday World
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Singer Daniel O'Donnell announces extended break due to ‘health challenges'
Singer Daniel O'Donnell has announced an extended break from touring due to 'health challenges.' The Donegal native has confirmed he will take a break from touring due to the health challenges he has faced over the past few years. The 63-year-old will continue his commitments until December 2025. He has insisted that "this is not a retirement but rather a temporary break". Early next year, Daniel will host his annual Opry le Daniel shows on TG4. Additionally, in September 2026, he will perform as he has for many years on Gertrude Byrne's Mediterranean Cruise. These will be his only confirmed performances for the year. A spokesperson for the singer told his fans, 'After much reflection, Daniel has decided to take an extended break from touring. Daniel O'Donnell. Photo: Steve Humphreys News in 90 Seconds - May 15th "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. '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. "This pause is essential for him to recharge and recover.'
Extra.ie
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Daniel O'Donnell to take 'extended break' from touring due to illness
Daniel O'Donnell has announced he's taking an extended break from touring due to illness. The Donegal crooner took to social media on Thursday to announce the sad news, admitting the decision wasn't made lightly. The country music star will carry out his touring commitments until December and is reassuring fans that this is simply a temporary break. Daniel O'Donnell has announced he's taking an extended break from touring due to illness. Pic: Karwai Tang/WireImage In a statement, a spokesperson for the star wrote: '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. '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 Donegal crooner took to social media on Thursday to announce the sad news, admitting the decision wasn't made lightly. Pic: David Thompson/FilmMagic 'This pause is essential for him to recharge and recover.' Early next year, Daniel will host his annual Opry le Daniel shows on TG4. He will also perform on Gertrude Byrne's Mediterranean Cruise once again in September 2026. These will be his only confirmed performances for the year.
The Journal
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Journal
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. Advertisement 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. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
