The stars were out in the Dublin night sky and on the green carpet as Brian O'Driscoll celebrated his testimonial dinner at the Convention Centre Dublin.

Newstalk presenter Pat Kenny, singer Imelda May and Irish sporting greats such as Paul O'Connell, Padraig Harrington and Niall Quinn were among the glittering array of guests.

All of the proceeds on the night were donated by Brian to two Irish children’s charities that are close to his heart – The ISPCC and Temple Street Children’s Hospital.

Newstalk reporter Henry McKean caught up with Brian and special guests on the green carpet: 

Brian's young fans were also able to send in their special good luck messages to their hero ahead of the event...