“WE WERE RAVING AND THEN DANIEL KISSED ME” — MAJELLA O’DONNELL OPENS UP ABOUT HER LOVE STORY WITH DANIEL
In a candid and heartwarming interview, Majella O’Donnell has shared the story of how she first fell in love with her husband, Irish music legend Daniel O’Donnell. Speaking with warmth and humor, Majella recalled the early spark that began their relationship, a memory she treasures even after more than two decades of marriage.
“We were raving and then Daniel kissed me,” she laughed, remembering the night when friendship suddenly turned into something more. What might sound like a simple moment was, for Majella, a turning point — the beginning of a love story that would eventually blossom into marriage, partnership, and a bond strong enough to withstand both fame and personal challenges.
For fans who have followed Daniel O’Donnell’s extraordinary career, Majella has always been more than a supportive presence by his side. Their relationship has played out, in part, under the public eye, with the couple often sharing their lives openly in interviews, documentaries, and even television series. Yet behind the spotlight lies a very human story: two people finding joy and strength in each other.
Majella described Daniel not just as the international star adored by millions, but as the man who brought stability, kindness, and laughter into her life. Their marriage, she said, has always been built on trust and an ability to laugh together — even in the hardest times. That sense of humor was evident in her telling of their first kiss, which she playfully described as unexpected, yet somehow inevitable.
Over the years, the O’Donnells have faced both triumphs and trials. Daniel’s fame has taken them across the world, from sold-out shows in the UK and America to intimate performances in Ireland. At the same time, Majella has battled health struggles with courage and honesty, most notably her fight with breast cancer, which she confronted publicly to raise awareness and support others. Through it all, their marriage has remained a source of strength, inspiring fans who see in them a picture of resilience and devotion.
Majella’s openness about their relationship has only endeared her further to the public. She has never shied away from showing the real side of their life together — the quirks, the laughter, the ordinary moments that make a marriage genuine. For many, that honesty makes their love story all the more relatable.
As she reflected on that first kiss, Majella admitted she could never have imagined how much it would change her life. “It was such a small moment,” she said, “but from there everything fell into place.”
Today, Daniel and Majella remain one of Ireland’s most admired couples, beloved not only for their music and public appearances but for the authenticity of their partnership. And while Daniel’s songs continue to fill concert halls, it is the quiet moments — like that first kiss — that Majella treasures most.