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Ronan Keating's ‘heart is broken’ as he says goodbye to daughter Missy before move to Australia

Ronan Keating and his family were left heartbroken at the airport as they said an emotional goodbye to Ronan's eldest daughter Missy.

The model and influencer is moving to Australia to pursue a career in acting. Missy's dad Ronan, stepmom Storm and little siblings Cooper and Coco said bon voyage to her as she jetted off to Sydney.

Boyzone singer Ronan paid tribute to his daughter on Instagram along with a photo of the 21-year-old giving a big hug to her little brother and sister. Ronan wrote: “Off she goes. Australia watch out @missyykeating is on her way.

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"Heart hurts so much. We are all going to miss her like crazy. I’m so excited for ya Moo moo. Massive thank you to all the team @virginatlantic for taking such great care."

Missy replied to his post saying: "What a heartbreaking goodbye. Love you guys so much. Thank you for everything!! Visit me ASAP please"

The night before Ronan posted a clip of Missy with her brother Jack enjoying their last family meal together before her big adventure. Ronan wrote: “My Baby girl is off to Oz. So excited for her but my heart is broken. She will be so missed. Last supper she requested Wagyu. Only the best for Moo.”

Storm Keating, Ronan's wife also wrote an emotional message saying goodbye to her stepdaughter: “When you let them go. So many tears but so excited for you Moo Missy Keating.

Storm Keating says goodbye to Missy at the airport (Storm Keating/Instagram)

“You are the most amazing young woman and so ready now to take on the world. You have such a wonderful adventure ahead of you and I look forward to watching it all unfold - you deserve it. We’re going to miss you sooooo much, this house just won’t feel the same without your glowing energy and smiling face in it. Love you.”

Missy replied to storm saying: “Thank you so much for everything. I wouldn't be as ready as I am for this journey if it weren't for you! Thank you for everything. Love you so much Xxx”

Before Missy left for Australia, she paid a visit to her mum Yvonne Connolly in Dublin. Yvonne threw a going away get-together for Missy and her friends, posting a sweet message: “An emotional last trip to Dublin. 2 weeks until I head to the land of Aus. Goodbyes are never easy but so excited for a new chapter. Love you all.”

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