Mtp.Boyzone’s Emotional Tribute to Stephen Gately at Back Again Concert in Dublin Leaves Fans in Tears
At the Back Again Concert last night, three remaining members of Boyzone — Shane Lynch, Mikey Graham, and Ronan Keating — left the entire arena in tears as they broke down on stage during their performance of the iconic hit “No Matter What.”
The atmosphere shifted from excitement to overwhelming emotion when the music faded and the three stood silently side by side, their faces red-eyed and tear-streaked. The crowd of thousands fell into a hushed silence, many fans holding back tears as they witnessed their idols overwhelmed by grief and love.
Speaking through tears, Ronan Keating addressed the audience: “We wouldn’t be here without each other, without you, and without Stephen. He’s always with us, in every note, in every lyric. Tonight, this song is for him.” His words were met with a thunderous applause and chants of Stephen Gately’s name, echoing through the arena.
The heartfelt moment has been described by fans as one of the most powerful tributes in Boyzone’s history, proving once again the unbreakable bond between the band, their late brother Stephen, and the loyal fans who have stood by them for decades.
