The Late Late Toy Show: One for everyone in the audience — and more for many people in need

The reaction of Saoibh Lonergan and her friends, Ellie Mai and Jack when Ryan Tubridy told them they were going to Disneyland was just one of the highlights of the Late Late Toy Show 2022. Picture: Andres Poveda

For families across Ireland, the Late Late Toy Show has always signified the official start of the Christmas season, and yet again this year it encouraged so many of us to put our hands in our pockets for those less fortunate.

As always, the audience was treated to lots of fun, great performances, and more than one heartfelt moment. There may have been one or two toys in there as well.