Daniel O'Donnell shuts down hospital health scare rumours and sets record straight
The country music star confirmed he is in good shape and also ruled himself out of running for President of Ireland
Daniel O'Donnell has shut down rumours that he was sick in hospital and going through a health scare.
The country music star has set the record straight after rumours swirled that he was taking a break from performing and touring due to a serious illness.
He confirmed this wasn't the case and the speculation grew from scammers targeting fans on social media.
"There are so many things, primarily on Facebook, but not just about me. I have seen so many people, different celebrities, in [hospital] bed with tubes and they are dying," Daniel explained on The Six O'Clock Show.
He confirmed that he is stepping back from his busy touring schedule in 2026 due to small health issues, but they are nothing worry about and he is in good shape.
The singer told host Darren Kennedy: "Now, I am taking a break from touring next year. I have had allergies and chest infections, but if I wasn't singing it wouldn't be any bother at all.
"Thank God, I am in good shape. I decided to take a break and plug in for a while."
Daniel warned his fans not to fall for the sophisticated scams on social media and to be careful, RSVP Live reports.
He said: "What I would like to say about the things on social media. Just be careful, not just about our pages, people are being scammed left, right and centre.
"You need to be so vigilant. Don't engage with anybody, even if you think it is me that it writing to you. It won't be me, and it won't be whoever they are saying they are."
The country music legend also ruled himself out of running for President of Ireland when Michael D Higgins leaves office in November, confirming that he won't be in the race for the Áras this autumn.
He joked: "You can pull that one out of the picture anyway."
Daniel announced back in May that will be taking a break from music next year. He also confirmed that he is not retiring from the scene.
A statement said: "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."
They continued: "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. He emphasises that 'this is not a retirement but rather a temporary break'."
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