Mary Duff

For the English tragedienne, see Mary Ann Duff.
Mary Duff
Born (1964-07-19) 19 July 1964 (age 60)
County Meath, Ireland
GenresCountry
folk
OccupationMusician
Years active1987–present
SpousePaul McKenna (divorced)
Websitemaryduffmusic.com

Mary Duff is an Irish country, pop and folk singer.

Duff’s rise to fame began in the 1990s when she was discovered by Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell. O'Donnell invited her to perform with him on his television show, and the rest, as they say, is history. Duff became a regular on the show and soon began touring with Daniel. She quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented singers in Ireland, and her popularity began to grow beyond the country’s borders.[1]

Duff and O'Donnell parted ways as duo in 2019. Duff is quoted saying on the topic, "I wanted to experiment more with songs and do a wider variety of songs, not necessarily ones that would have suited his audience."[2]

Personal life

Mary Duff is a private person and keeps her personal life out of the public eye. Mary was married to her manager, Paul McKenna. They are now divorced.[3] They have two children together. Mary is also a devout Catholic and is known for her strong faith.[4]

Discography

Studio albums

List of studio albums, with selected chart positions and certifications
Title Album details Peak chart positions Certifications
AUS
[5] 		UK
[6]
Love Someone Like Me
  • Released: 1988
  • Label: Ritz (RITZLP0044)
 — —
Winning Ways
  • Released: 1989
  • Label: Ritz (RITZCD112)
 — —
Silver and Gold
  • Released: 1992
  • Label: Ritz (RITZCD066)
 — —
Just Lovin' You
  • Released: 1995
  • Label: Ritz (RITZCD075)
 — —
Timeless
(with Daniel O'Donnell)
  • Released: March 1996
  • Label: Ritz (RITZBCD707)
 — 13
Shades of Blue
  • Released: 1997
  • Label: Ritz (RITZCD082)
 — —
Heartbreaker
  • Released: 2002
  • Label: Rosette Records (ROSCD2029)
 — —
Just a Country Girl
  • Released: 2004
  • Label: Rosette Records (ROSCD2048)
 — —
Time After Time
  • Released: 2004
  • Label: Rosette Records (ROSCD2063)
 — —
Together Again
(with Daniel O'Donnell)
  • Released: November 2007
  • Label: Rosette (ROSCD2090)
 66 6
Voice of an Angel
  • Released: 2009
  • Label: BIG JO-KE Music
 — —
Changing Lanes
  • Released: May 2016
  • Label: ISG Records / Venus (ISGRVEN003)
 — —
Turn Back the Years
  • Released: 2019
  • Label: Rosette Records (ROSCD2777)
 — —

Charting compilation albums

List of charting compilation albums, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions
AUS
[5] 		UK
[6]
The Ultimate Collection
  • Released: September 2005
  • Label: DMG TV (DMGTV019)
 — 52

Singles

List of charting singles, with selected chart positions
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
AUS
[5] 		UK
[6]
"Secret Love"
(with Daniel O'Donnell) 		1995 — 28 Timeless
"Timeless"
(with Mary Duff) 		1996 — 32

References

  1. ^ "When was Irish singer Mary Duff born? - TravelAsker". 7 June 2023. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
  2. ^ Walsh, Kayla (11 February 2021). "Mary Duff says people have accused her of having an affair with Daniel O'Donnell". RSVP Live. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
  3. ^ http://www.authorsden.com/visit/viewArticle.asp?id=18870[permanent dead link‍]
  4. ^ "When was Irish singer Mary Duff born? - TravelAsker". 7 June 2023. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
  5. ^ a b c Ryan, Gavin (2011). Australia's Music Charts 1988–2010 (pdf ed.). Mt. Martha, VIC, Australia: Moonlight Publishing.
  6. ^ a b c "Mary Duff | full Official Chart history". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  7. ^ a b "British album certifications – Daniel O'Donnell". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 3 November 2020. Select albums in the Format field. Type Daniel O'Donnell in the "Search BPI Awards" field and then press Enter.