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Boyzone singer Ronan Keating keeps promise to late mum as he is honoured with doctorate

Boyzone’s Ronan Keating kept his promise to his late mum as he was honoured with a doctorate.

The Rollercoaster singer attended the ceremony with his wife Storm and his children Missy and Jack.

The Open University honoured Ronan with the doctorate to recognise his work in philanthropy and music.

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He said: “I can’t explain my gratitude to @theopenuniversity for honouring me with a doctorate for my work in philanthropy and music. Humbled is an understatement.

“What a day celebrating over 300 graduates and their hard work.

Ronan and his family (Ronan Keating)

“So lovely to have Storm, Jack and Missy by my side as well as my pal and manager, Mark, who has always been there for me.

“Mum, I kept my promise X.”

Storm also praised her husband and shared a cute Instagram post of the couple kissing while Ronan was showing off the doctorate.

The Australian posted: "So proud of you @rokeating.

"#HonoraryDoctorate for your commitment and achievements in philanthropy and music #OUFamily @theopenuniversity."

Daughter, Missy posted a hilarious video of her dad using the popular crying filter.

She said: "Massively proud @rokeating. Years of charitable work recognised."

Son, Jack also said: "Too proud."

Ronan's bandmate Keith Duffy commented: "Well deserved. Congratulations Dr RoRo."

Natalie Imbruglia added: "Congratulations!!! Well deserved".

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