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Bee Gees icon Barry Gibb pays tribute to his late brothers after he is knighted by Prince Charles

The brothers were one of the best-selling bands of all time, with hits including Night Fever and Stayin Alive

BEE Gees icon Barry Gibb paid tribute to his brothers yesterday after being knighted by Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace.

The 71-year-old said he “would not be here” if it weren’t for twins Maurice and Robin, who died in 2003 and 2012 respectively.

Bee Gees icon Barry Gibb is knighted by the Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace
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Bee Gees icon Barry Gibb is knighted by the Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace
The singer and songwriter paid tribute to his late brothers after the investiture ceremony
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The singer and songwriter paid tribute to his late brothers after the investiture ceremony
As the Bee Gees, the brothers were one of the best-selling bands of all time
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As the Bee Gees, the brothers were one of the best-selling bands of all timeCredit: Getty - Contributor

He added: “If I spent my whole life writing songs on my own, it would have meant something else.”

As the Bee Gees, the brothers were one of the best-selling bands of all time, with hits including Massachusetts, Night Fever, Stayin Alive, Jive Talkin, How Deep Is Your Love, Words, Tragedy and You Win Again.

Sir Barry was knighted for his services to music and charity.

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Bee Gees' hits include Night Fever, Staying Alive and How Deep Is Your Love
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Bee Gees' hits include Night Fever, Staying Alive and How Deep Is Your LoveCredit: Rex Features
Barry Gibb, 71, said he 'would not be here' if it weren’t for twins Maurice and Robin
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Barry Gibb, 71, said he 'would not be here' if it weren’t for twins Maurice and RobinCredit: AP:Associated Press
Barry pictured with his wife Linda at Buckingham Palace
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Barry pictured with his wife Linda at Buckingham Palace
Barry Gibb with his wife Linda and children, Michael (left), Alexandra and Ashley (right)
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Barry Gibb with his wife Linda and children, Michael (left), Alexandra and Ashley (right)
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