DANIEL O’DONNELL CALLS WIFE MAJELLA “PLEASANTLY PLUMP” IN B&B ROAD TRIP EPISODE — FANS LEFT IN STITCHES
Leave it to Daniel O’Donnell to turn a moment of gentle teasing into one of the funniest — and riskiest — scenes of the new season of Daniel and Majella’s B&B Road Trip. The beloved Donegal singer had viewers laughing (and cringing) when he jokingly referred to his wife Majella as “pleasantly plump” during a visit to a guesthouse in County Cork — a remark that earned him an instant look of disbelief from his quick-witted spouse.
The now-viral moment unfolded as the couple toured Geararoe Guest House in Millstreet, owned by 85-year-old Eily Buckley, a spirited great-grandmother who runs the charming B&B single-handedly. Eily proudly showed Daniel and Majella around their room, highlighting a unique piece of furniture — a cleverly designed cabinet that could be converted into a table, a draughts board, and even a wheelchair.
Moments later, when the cameras followed the couple alone in the room, Majella playfully sat in the fold-out wheelchair, prompting Daniel to give it a push. “I don’t think the wheels will take it somehow,” he quipped with a mischievous grin.
Majella, never one to let her husband get away with much, shot back, “Are you suggesting I’m a bit on the heavy side?”
Daniel, laughing but perhaps not thinking fast enough, replied, “No, no, no — you’re just pleasantly plump!” The comment was met with a mix of laughter, disbelief, and an unmistakable “you’re in trouble later” look from Majella.
The Donegal crooner chuckled at his own joke — before realizing, perhaps a second too late, that he’d walked straight into dangerous territory. The exchange, lighthearted and full of their trademark banter, had viewers across Ireland in stitches.
Fans took to social media to comment on the moment, many applauding the couple’s chemistry and humor. “Only Daniel could say that and survive,” one fan wrote. “Majella’s face was priceless!” another joked. Others praised their natural rapport, saying the scene perfectly captured what makes the show so endearing — the warmth, laughter, and authenticity of a couple who never take themselves too seriously.
Their stop in Millstreet was filled with heartwarming moments as well. Daniel and Majella were named grand marshals of the town’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, an honor that deeply touched them both. Eily, their host, was overjoyed to welcome the famous pair, calling it “a dream come true.” With tears in her eyes, she told the cameras, “I just feel so full of joy — the pleasure this has brought me is beyond words.”
Eily’s hospitality and charm made a strong impression on Daniel and Majella, who described their stay as one of the highlights of the series. Daniel even praised her energy and independence: “Eily’s 85, runs the place on her own, and still has a smile for everyone — that’s something special.”
The episode continued with the O’Donnells traveling to Bere Island Lodge in West Cork, where they stayed with hosts Edel and Brendan Murphy. There, the couple joined locals for a night of bingo at the village pub — and luck was clearly on Majella’s side, as she took home a prize. When they returned to their room, Daniel cheekily remarked, “You’re very lucky tonight… you might get lucky again,” sparking another round of laughter (and another mock glare) from Majella.
Their visit also included a 5km charity road race, part of the island’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Though billed as a run, Daniel admitted with a grin that they “did more walking than running,” joining in the fun alongside locals dressed in festive green costumes.
As always, the B&B Road Trip episode delivered the perfect mix of humor, heart, and humanity that fans have come to love. Daniel’s “pleasantly plump” remark may have been risky, but it was classic Daniel — harmless, cheeky, and full of charm. Majella, with her trademark wit, handled it with good humor, proving once again why their relationship remains one of Ireland’s favorite love stories.
From laughter-filled missteps to heartfelt connections with everyday people, Daniel and Majella’s B&B Road Trip continues to showcase what makes the couple so special — a shared ability to find joy, warmth, and laughter wherever the road takes them.