Ronan Keating is set to return to the stage at a Finnish festival this Saturday, just days after his brother Ciaran’s death.
It is understood a car crash took place on Saturday, July 15 in the afternoon, when Ciaran was on his way to watch his son, Ruairí Keating, play for Cork City FC against Sligo Rovers FC.
According to The Irish Times, Ciaran, who was in his 50s, was named locally as a man who had died in a crash that occurred on the N5 near Swinford, Co Mayo, and involved two vehicles.
The publication reported that car salesman Ciaran was travelling with his wife Ann Marie, who suffered injuries, but they were not life-threatening and she was treated at Mayo University Hospital.
Following the news, Ronan, 46, dropped his commitments to be with his family. He also appeared to delete his Instagram, which has since returned.
Although Ronan is yet to speak publicly, the festival Vauhtiajot Race & Rock Seinäjoki has confirmed to attendees that the Boyzone star will be performing this weekend.
‘We have received a lot of inquiries regarding Ronan Keating’s appearance at the Speed Drive 20 year event,’ their Facebook post began.
‘We recently heard some sad news when Ronan’s brother passed away in an accident. The whole Speed Drivers team is sorry for the loss and wishes strength to the loved ones.
‘We have contacted Ronan Keating today and he has confirmed that he still wants to perform at Vauhtiajoki as agreed on Saturday 22.7.2023.’
Ronan is seemingly planning to return to work, after heading to Ireland following the ‘dreaded phone call’ which is said to have received while in St Albans, Hertfordshire, playing golf with his wife Storm, 41.
A friend told The Sun: ‘It’s the phone call no one wants to take about their loved ones.
‘Ronan dropped everything as soon as he heard the devastating news.
‘He is trying to stay strong for the sake of the family and is doing everything he can to support his sister-in-law and his nephews.’
They added: ‘Ronan is just absolutely devastated.’
Following the news, Keith Duffy, 48, led the tributes to Ronan’s brother.
Posting a picture of a lit candle to his Instagram page, he wrote: ‘I can’t comprehend the loss and devastation of My brother @rokeating and all the Keating family. All my family are praying and thinking of our Keating family right now. ❤️❤️❤️❤️’
He then went on to reminisce about the times Ciaran supported the band.
‘Ciaran from the early days you toured with us you were a great guide on our journey in the early days You helped and supported us young innocent kids. Take your place in heaven buddy with your Mam Marie ❤️🙏,’ he added.
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