The Late Late Toy Show is the top Irish Christmas tradition, as families around the country cosy up in front of the fire, to watch with glee as kids test the latest gadgets and toys.

From surprise celebrity appearances, to gifts for the audience, there's no end to the magic and joy brought to both the live audience and the viewers at home.

As Patrick Kielty prepares to take over the iconic hosting role, we take a look back on previous host Ryan Tubridy's best themes from his time on the show.

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Ryan Tubridy has a range of different Toy Show themes throughout his time with the show, ranging from his 2010 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory debut, to his 2022 finale with The Wizard of Oz.

Whilst the host has since moved all, we've decided to take a look back at the magic he created throughout his years on the show.

The Wizard of Oz, 2022

The Late Late Toy Show 2022 Wizard of Oz medley opening performance. Pictured is host Ryan Tubridy as the Scarecrow. Picture Andres Poveda.
The Late Late Toy Show 2022 Wizard of Oz medley opening performance. Pictured is host Ryan Tubridy as the Scarecrow

In his final Toy Show in 2022, Ryan Tubridy designed a wonderland complete with the trademark yellow-brick road, an Emerald City palace.

The set even included a house with feet stick out from it.

Whilst Ryan didn't know at the time that this was to be his final show, it certainly was a great one to finish with.

Roald Dahl, 2020

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***STRICTLY EMBARGOED FOR USE IN PRINT AND ONLINE UNTIL 06.00AM, THURSDAY NOVEMBER 26th 2020*** RTÉ presenter Ryan Tubridy will channel Fantastic Mr Fox for the eagerly-anticipated opening number of The Late Late Toy Show 2020. The theme for the show has been revealed to be The Wonderful World of Roald Dahl. In a year that has seen children and adults across the land seek refuge in books and films, what better theme for this year's Late Late Toy Show than The Wonderful World of Roald Dahl? The secret is out, and this Friday night, presenter Ryan Tubridy will prune his whiskers, brush off his tail, and lead the charge as the enigmatic Fantastic Mr Fox in a spectacular opening number featuring favourites from the world of Dahl including Matilda, and Willy Wonka's Oompa Loompas, and a nod to James and the Giant Peach. The Late Late Toy Show takes place on Friday November 27th at 09.35pm on RTÉ One. Picture Andres Poveda

Ryan Tubridy channeled the energy of Fantastic Mr Fox in 2020, with the theme of Roald Dahl.
The opening number from this years show featured favourite's from the world of Roald Dahl including Matilda, and Willy Wonka's Oompa Loompas

The Greatest Showman, 2018

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Host Ryan Tubridy and the cast of hundreds have prepared for the most magical night of the Irish television. Pictured with Ryan are some of the cast Tatto Man Dylan Allen (5) from Navan, 3-Legged Man Kayla McMahon (10) from Balrothery, Napoleon Luke O'Connor (7) from Dublin, Fatman Mathew Little (12) from Dublin, Albino Ella Maher (10) from Carlow, Pierrot clown enya Allen (5) from Navan, Bearded Lady, Alannah Willoughby (12) from Carlow and Wolf Man Colm O’Sullivan 98) from Navan. Picture Andres Poveda

One of the grander themes from Ryan's Toy Show years included The Greatest Showman, with the opening showing the TV presenter as the ring master.

He gave his best attempt at belting out a tune for this year's show, and it was truly brilliant.

Beauty and the Beast, 2015

Ryan Tubridy 2015, Beauty and the Beast
Ryan Tubridy 2015, Beauty and the Beast

Ryan invited audience members to Be Out Guest during the Beauty and the Beast-themed opening number this year, dressed as Lumiere.

This Toy Show was definitely one to remember.

Toy Story, 2011

2011: Toy Story
2011: Toy Story, Ryan Tubridy

Never was there a more fitting theme for the Toy Show than 2015's Toy Story theme.

Ryan Tubridy channeled his inner Woody from Toy Story this year, and it was a weirdly accurate portrayal of the cartoon character.

As Ryan moves on to his new career path with Virgin Radio in London, and Patrick Kielty takes the reigns on the iconic show, we can't wait to see what's in store next.

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