PHOTOS: Locals shocked as Hollywood star spotted in Blessington

Hollywood actress Alicia Silverstone paid a surprise visit to Blessington this week, delighting locals and visitors alike during a stop at the town's tourist office.

The Clueless star, who has long been associated with environmental and wellness causes, spent time exploring the West Wicklow town before calling into Blessington Tourist Office in Newtown Square.

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Staff warmly welcomed the actress and invited her to sign the official visitors' book, a gesture reserved for notable guests and visitors to the area. The tourist office serves as a key information hub promoting Blessington and the surrounding region to visitors from Ireland and abroad.

Silverstone took time to chat with staff and expressed her appreciation for the scenic beauty of the area, which is renowned for its lakes, walking trails and proximity to the Wicklow Mountains. Blessington has become an increasingly popular destination for tourists seeking outdoor activities and heritage attractions.

Local residents were thrilled to hear of the actress's visit, with many describing it as a welcome boost for the town.

Her signature now joins those of other distinguished visitors recorded in the tourist office's visitors' book.

Staff said they were honoured to welcome the internationally recognised actress and hoped she would return to Blessington in the future.