Laura Whitmore stuns in white floor-length gown as she is joined by Colin Farrell and Michael Fassbender at the IFTAs

PUBLISHED: 01:19, 6 April 2014 | UPDATED: 01:19, 6 April 2014

Some of the biggest stars turned up to celebrate the Irish Film and Television Awards on Saturday night including TV presenter Laura Whitmore and actors Colin Farrell and Michael Fassbender.

The eleventh annual event took place at the Double Tree by Hilton and is widely considered to be the biggest event in the Irish showbiz calendar.

All eyes were on Laura Whitmore who co-presented the awards and stunned in a white full-length gown. It had pink flowers embroidered down the front which gave it a summery feel.

Doing her thing: Laura Whitmore co-presented the IFTAs and looked stunning in a white and hot pink dress at the event on Saturday night

They've done this before: Laura and Colin Farrell posed up a storm on the red carpet

And it sounds as if she had a ball at the event, as she tweeted: 'So what we've learned from tonight... Irish people like to drink and chat ;)x'

Speaking on The John Murray Show on RTÉ Radio One, Whitmore said she was glad to be back in Ireland after the hustle and bustle of London life.

'It’s great to be home for a bit now and we’re all very excited about [the awards] so it’s gonna be good.'

What a look! Irish actor Colin Farrell was sporting a smart moustache on the night

Say cheese: Colin had his photo taken with one lucky fan outside the venue

Big moment: One fan posed for a picture with Colin and his favourite football strip

Having a giggle: The star spoke to Brendan Gleeson during a quiet moment

Pensive: Colin looked deep in thought as he watched proceedings from the comfort of his table

'To present an award one year and to co-host it another year is great,' she said.

The lucky lady was surrounded by hunks on the night - a clean-shaven Michael Fassbender was honoured as best supporting actor for his Oscar nominated role in 12 Years a Slave.

The star looked very dapper in a black tuxedo, complete with bow tie.

Working it: 12 Years A Slave star Michael Fassbender looked handsome in his bow tie

Making their day: Michael happily signed autographs for eager fans

Photo opportunity: The star cosied up to Amy Huberman at the swanky bash

He won! Michael with his award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 12 Years a Slave

Colin Farrell took time out of shooting down in Co Kerry, where he is filming The Lobster to attend the event.

The suited star was sporting slicked back hair and a neat moustache and seemed more than happy to have his picture taken with waiting fans.

He told Independent Woman IE: 'It's one of the most challenging and different roles I've ever taken on.

'Working in Kerry is amazing. Every morning when I wake up and open the curtains I'm completely taken aback by the view. And the crew are just fantastic.'

Scarlet fever: Yvonne Keating wowed in a long red gown

THE IFTAs WINNERS

Best Actor TV - Jamie Dornan, The Fall
Rising Star - Jamie Dornan, The Fall
Best TV Drama - The FallBest Film - Calvary
Best Actor, Film - Brendan Gleeson, Calvary
Best Supporting Actor, Film - Michael Fassbender, 12 Years a Slave
Best Actress, Film – Saoirse Ronan, Byzantium
Best Supporting Actress, Film - Sinead Cusack, The Sea
Best Actress, TV - Eva Birthistle, Amber
Best Supporting Actor, TV - Peter Coonan, Love/Hate
Best Supporting Actress, TV - Michelle Fairley, Game of Thrones
Best Current Affairs - Breach of Trust

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