Tributes have poured in from around the world for Olivia Newton-John following news of her death last night.
The actress and singer died peacefully at her ranch in Southern California on Monday morning at the age of 73.
The people of Dunfanaghy have a special fondness for Olivia Newton-John, who once holidayed in the village.
Newton-John promoted the tourism highlights of Dunfanaghy in a BBC programme ‘Holiday‘ in 1996. The video shows her embracing the music and horse riding on the beach.
Clips from Holiday have resurfaced following her passing, with many people having fond memories of meeting her during that time.
The team at Arnold’s Hotel said: “We had the pleasure of Oliva and her daughter Chloe as guests back in 1996. What wonderful memories of an amazing lady. RIP ”
Local designer Edel MacBride said “I was greatly humbled that she bought my handknit black tweed ‘Russian suit’ from McAuliffes Dunfanaghy while filming here. No influencing, no hand-outs just a girl buying something she loved and connected with… A True Lady.”