Parton visit to Kerry GAA legend's pub was 'monumental'
Dozens of tourists and locals have been visiting Páidí Ó Sé's Pub in Ceann Trá near Daingean Uí Chúis, Co Kerry, where they gathered to pay respects to Dolly Parton.
Visitors and locals flocked to Páidí Ó Sé's Pub in Ceann Trá, near Daingean Uí Chúis, County Kerry, to honor the late country music star Dolly Parton. Parton, who passed away at 80, paid a visit to the pub in 1990 during her tour. She performed her hit "Coat of Many Colors" accompanied by musicians Steve Cooney and Seamus Begley.
In a touching gesture, Parton took home Ó Sé's 1985 All-Ireland Kerry jersey, which she later framed in her home. She ended the performance with the line, "Thank you very much and welcome to Dinglewood."
Ó Sé, son of renowned Kerry footballer and manager Páidí Ó Sé, expressed his amazement at receiving such a visit from the legendary singer. Speaking on RTÉ’s News At One, Mr. Ó Sé stated that American tourists have been streaming in to see the photos. His mother recounted that during her visit, she was guided to the pub by a shop owner whose grandmother convinced her to stop by. Ó Sé mentioned that his father Páidí rang Begley and Cooney to ensure a warm welcome for Parton when she arrived. The footage of the event is widely available and highlights the outpouring of tributes pouring in.
Ó Sé emphasized that while both Parton and his father are no longer with us, they continue to bring recognition to the pub. He described the visit as a monumental moment, a significant event for the establishment.
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