Daniel O’Donnell’s team has once again called on fans to be aware of fake images and false posts about the Donegal star and his family.
The posts, designed to shock readers into clicking links, have made serious false claims about Daniel and his family members. One such fake post claimed that Daniel’s sister, Margo, was hospitalised and called for prayers.
AI programmes have been misused to create altered images of Daniel and his family, showing them with crying expressions or in a hospital.
Daniel’s personal assistant and niece Trish has called on fans not to engage with fake pages.
“They are all lies, photos that have been altered. All to get people to click into them,” wrote Trish on social media.
“The only pages you ever need to read official news from is this page.”
Daniel’s official Facebook page is available here: https://www.facebook.com/DanielODonnellOfficial
Last week Daniel used his social media to announce that he is to take an extended break from his busy entertainment career. The 63-year-old told fans he will be taking an extended break from touring due to health challenges.
“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,” said the statement.
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 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, 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.
