Leo Brennan, father of Enya and Clannad members, dies, aged 90

Leo Brennan, the father of international entertainers Enya and Clannad, died at his home in Gweedore, Co Donegal, yesterday.

Mr Brennan, who was aged 90 and in ill health, was surrounded by his family, including daughters Enya and Moya, when he passed away.

He is survived by his wife, Máire ‘Baba’ Brennan and nine children — Moya, Ciarán, Pól, Deirdre, Leon, Enya, Olive, Bartley, and Brídín.