Rita Connolly was born in Dublin, the fifth of seven children in a family where singing came naturally to all. It was through her association with Midnight Well that she first began to work with Shaun Davey, who at the time was composing & producing commercials. Working together they widened their horizons in theatre and film work. To date Rita has featured in numerous stage plays and films as well as over twenty albums including her own two solo albums Rita Connolly & Valparaiso.

Rita lives with her husband Shaun Davey and their children in County Wicklow, Ireland.

Rita's Biography