After years of quiet speculation, Mary Duff has finally opened up about a deeply personal chapter in her life — her divorce — and has gently addressed the long-standing rumors about her longtime duet partner, Daniel O’Donnell.
In a candid and composed interview, Mary shared what many fans have quietly wondered: Was Daniel’s presence a factor in the end of her marriage? Today, with grace and honesty, she has given the answer — and offered something even more meaningful: closure.
“It was a time of change in many areas of my life,” she said. “Not just in music, but in love, in identity, in how I saw myself as a woman.”
She acknowledged that fame, travel, and the emotional demands of a life in the spotlight can strain even the strongest relationships. But when it came to Daniel O’Donnell, her response was clear and heartfelt.
“Daniel was never the reason my marriage ended,” she said firmly. “He was my friend, my musical partner, and someone I respected deeply. But the decisions I made in my personal life were mine — and mine alone.”
Mary went on to explain that the end of her marriage was not the result of a single moment, but of years of quiet drift, of two people growing in different directions, while life gently pulled them apart.
“It wasn’t about drama. It was about honesty,” she shared. “And ultimately, it was about choosing peace over pretending.”
While the breakup was undoubtedly painful, Mary says she carries no bitterness — only gratitude for the lessons learned and for the strength she discovered in herself.
“Sometimes, letting go is the most loving thing we can do — for ourselves, and for the other person,” she said softly. “I wish him happiness, always.”
And as for Daniel, she insists their bond — forged through decades of music and shared moments onstage — remains grounded in respect.
“We went through so much together. But not everything people assumed was true. And now, I hope we can finally let go of the rumors and hold on to the truth.”
With that truth, Mary Duff steps forward — not just as a beloved singer, but as a woman who found strength in vulnerability, and freedom in self-honesty.
“Life changes,” she smiled, “but love — in its many forms — always remains.”