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Kerry Rose Danielle saluted for a Grand achievement OUR newly crowned Kerry Rose Danielle O’Sullivan was back working in the Killarney Grand this week after clinching the coveted title to go forward and represent the county in this year’s Rose of Tralee International Festival. Law student Danielle, sponsored by the Killarney Grand, emerged victorious from 31 participants at the Kerry Rose Selection. The Killarney native was announced the winner by host Daithi O Sé at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel. Also attending the event were Kerry Roses from previous years, and the 2016 Limerick and Clare Roses. Danielle is currently studying for her master’s degree in human rights law in the University of Limerick, and plans on qualifying as a solicitor when she finishes. Danielle is an avid sports enthusiast having played Gaelic football with Killarney Legion for a number of years, and is also a keen martial artist. She has a black belt in tae kwon do and has represented her county and country successfully both nationally and internationally. The 23-year-old is passionate about mental health campaigning and is currently the project leader for mental health as part of the US Embassy's Youth Council. The Roses enjoyed many events including a night out in Killarney visiting the Nathan Carter at The Gleneagle Hotel, dancing in the Killarney Grand Hotel. They also attended a night at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium in Tralee and took part in the Tralee Pieta House Darkness into Light Walk. At the selection, MC Daithi O Sé won over the crowd with his signature style of serious interviewing and hilarious anecdotes. Meanwhile, on Tuesday, Danielle was on hand to join forces with multi-award winning salon group Sean Taaffe Hair & Beauty which has been announced as the official hair partner for this festival, which will take place from August 17 to 23.
Kerry Rose Danielle O’Sullivan outside the Killarney Grand Hotel. PICTUREs: EAMONN KEOGH
The contestants for the Kerry Rose title pictured with outgoing Kerry Rose Julett Culloty, judges and organisers.
Danielle O’Sullivan congratulated by J90 band members Shane Weldon and Ger Murphy.
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Danielle O’Sullivan pictured with Killarney Grand colleagues Deirdre Browne and JoJo Wade.