Taoiseach Bertie Ahern became a grandfather twice over today when eldest daughter Georgina gave birth to twins.
Georgina Byrne: gave birth to twins
The 27-year-old and her husband of four years, Westlife singer Nicky Byrne (28), were no doubt flying without wings following the premature arrival of sons Rocco and Jay in Dublin this morning.
She had been due to give birth in June or July.
The double celebration comes weeks before Mr Ahern sets about trying to secure a record third term in power.
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A statement issued on behalf of the couple said the boys were born at 9.55am. The twins are Mr Ahern's first grandchildren.