Nine heartwarming moments from the Late Late Toy Show we're still talking about

A Grinch-themed opener, emotional superstar messages and standout young performers made this year’s Late Late Toy Show a warm, joyful celebration

Patrick Kielty dressed as the Grinch pictured during the opening of The Late Late Toy Show 2025. Picture: Andres Poveda.

Kettles were flicked on, Christmas sweets were opened, and the mince pies broke out of the cupboard on Friday night as people settled in for the most magical event on the Irish calendar - the Late Late Toy Show.

Families across the country and Irish diaspora across the globe donned their favourite festive pyjamas and cosied up on the sofa for what was a night of celebrating the true meaning of Christmas.