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You'll always be the boss': Manchester United legend pays five-word tribute to mother

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On March 28, Roy Keane issued a heartbreaking post paying his final respects after he learned of Marie's death on Friday morning that week; in it, the former England and Man Utd captain shared only "You'll always be the boss" as tributes poured into social media from fans worldwide.

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    Roy Keane, the Ireland national team legend and Manchester United icon, has paid tribute to his mother Marie following her death.
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    Marie passed away on Friday (March 27) at Marymount University Hospital in Cork after a long illness.
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    Keane responded by sharing an image of himself with his late mother via Instagram along with a five-word statement.
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Friday (March 27) Marie Keane died at Marymount University Hospital following a long illness.
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'You'll always be the boss': Roy Keane pays tribute to his mother Marie

Roy Keane paid tribute following his mother Marie's death earlier this week by posting a photo on Instagram with her captioned "You'll always be the boss." She died in St. Anne's Ward at Marymount University Hospital and Hospice after predeceasing three family members, including Maurice (Mossie) who passed away last year from complications following 2018 stroke surgery; she is survived by five children born to her husband Mossie Keane during their time living on Cork northside.