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Saoirse Ruane celebrates confirmation as she continues cancer treatment

Saoirse Ruane's family described her recent confirmation as an "emotional rollercoaster" amid their daughter's ongoing cancer treatment.

The Toy Show star made her confirmation on Thursday surrounded by her family and friends. Her mother Roseanna revealed on Instagram that "plenty of tears" were shed as the poignant moment unfolded.

Saoirse is currently undergoing treatment at Crumlin Children's Hospital. The 11-year-old was diagnosed with a recurrent tumour in April after previously battling osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer, which resulted in the loss of Saoirse's leg.

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