Congratulations are in order as Yvonne Connolly and Ronan Keating’s daughter Ali has graduated from secondary school.
The proud mum took to Instagram to gush about her daughter’s achievements praising her for graduating with a misneach award.
Sharing snaps from the ceremony, Yvonne wrote: “Secondary school Graduation day. You did it Al and with a misneach award too. You’re some woman. So great to celebrate you tonight with @mikey_sheehy03 and all the Connolly’s.”
Yvonne then reiterated how proud the family was of Ali, saying: “John ,Jack ,Missy and I couldn’t be more proud of you. Can’t wait to see what your next chapter unfolds.”
The new graduate replied to her mum’s touching tribute in the comment section. Writing: “Aww mum this is the cutest. Couldn’t have done it without you! I love you to pieces.”
Ali also received plenty of praise in the comment section.
Author Cecelia Ahern said: “Fabulous…congratulations Ali!!”
TV personality Lucy Kennedy commented: “Awe look!!!!! A huge congratulations Ali. Xxxx”
Stylist Lisa Fitzpatrick wrote: “Congratulations”
The graduation girl herself also took to Instagram to share a glimpse at the big day.
Sharing pictures from the big day, Ali thanked everyone who helped her reach the milestone, and admitted she still has “one more hurdle left” with the Leaving Cert starting soon.
“6th year Graduation complete, one more hurdle left #lc2023. Thank you to everyone who has helped me through the last 5 years of secondary school! Now it’s to see what the next chapter holds”
Her family shared their pride in her achievement, with her brother Jack commenting: “So glad you’re putting to use all that amazing knowledge I gave you”
While step-mum Storm wrote: “Congratulations Al!!!! Amaaaaaaazing effort xxx”