Singer Ronan Keating is to host this year’s New Year’s Eve celebrations on BBC One.

Ronan Keating And Friends: A New Year’s Eve Party will see the Irish music star perform some of his most famous songs alongside a host of guests.

Keating, 48, told the Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2: “When I got the call I was truly honoured.

“Honestly it’s such an honour, to be there on the night performing with my friends and with my band, all these songs. It’s going to be very special. Can’t wait.”

Keating said he usually celebrates New Year’s Eve with his family.

He said: “It’s always our tradition, we don’t do parties, really. Being at home in the house, counting down, having dinner with the family.

“It’s such a special one and to see the New Year in with your loved ones is every

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