Kylie thrilled by auntie news

Kylie Minogue is thrilled that she is going to be an auntie but the news was tinged with sadness, a friend of the star has explained.

The singer's brother, Brendan, has discovered that he will soon be a father, while Kylie has been warned by doctors that she may not be able to have children due to the effects of chemotherapy treatment.

"Kylie is thrilled for Brendan - but the news was tinged with a little sadness," a pal is quoted by Femalefirst.co.uk as saying. "She is determined not to feel sorry for herself and will concentrate on being the best auntie she can be."