Brian O\u2019Driscoll isn\u2019t just one of Ireland\u2019s greatest-ever rugby players \u2014 he\u2019s a living legend. <\/p>\n
Join RUCK\u2019s Instagram broadcast channel <\/a>and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone.<\/p>\n Born in Dublin in 1979, O\u2019Driscoll captained both Ireland and the British & Irish Lions during a career that spanned 15 years. He earned 133 caps for Ireland, scored 46 international tries, and led his nation to their first Grand Slam in 61 years back in 2009.<\/p>\n Since hanging up his boots in 2014, he\u2019s become a regular face on rugby coverage with BT Sport and ITV, known for his sharp analysis and dry humour. But off the pitch, O\u2019Driscoll\u2019s personal life has long intrigued fans \u2014 especially his marriage to a star in her own right.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfac\u00a0Amy Huberman: Actress, Author\u2026 and Shoe Designer?<\/p>\n Amy Huberman isn\u2019t just \u201cBrian O\u2019Driscoll\u2019s wife\u201d \u2014 she\u2019s an award-winning actress and creative powerhouse. Born in 1979 in Dublin, Huberman made her name playing Daisy in RT\u00c9\u2019s\u00a0The Clinic, and went on to star in a string of hit shows and films, including\u00a0Derry Girls,\u00a0Striking Out, and the self-penned comedy\u00a0Finding Joy.<\/p>\n She\u2019s also a published author, with her books\u00a0Hello Heartbreak\u00a0and\u00a0I Wished For You\u00a0earning critical acclaim. And yes \u2014 she even has her own successful shoe line. Amy\u2019s been a fashion icon in Ireland for over a decade, blending humour and humility with serious talent.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc91\u00a0Ireland\u2019s Posh and Becks (Sort Of)<\/p>\n When O\u2019Driscoll and Huberman started dating in the mid-2000s, Irish tabloids were quick to label them the Emerald Isle\u2019s answer to David and Victoria Beckham. The couple tied the knot in 2010 in a private ceremony at St. Joseph\u2019s Church in County Leitrim, and their wedding was one of the most talked-about events of the year.<\/p>\n While the media frenzy has cooled, the pair remain one of Ireland\u2019s most recognisable celebrity couples \u2014 beloved for keeping things down-to-earth despite their fame.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc76\u00a0From Test Matches to Teething: A Growing Family<\/p>\n The O\u2019Driscoll-Huberman clan expanded with the birth of their daughter Sadie in 2013, followed by sons Billy in 2015 and Ted in 2020. Despite juggling high-profile careers, the couple make a conscious effort to prioritise family over fame.<\/p>\n Speaking to\u00a0The Mirror\u00a0in 2022, Huberman said:<\/p>\n \u201cI go to the school to pick up my kids. I identify with the day-to-day\u2026 With Brian\u2019s success and [seeing as] we\u2019re both in the public eye, [fame] is not a thing we focus on. It\u2019s just a side that comes with our jobs \u2014 it still takes me by surprise.\u201d<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfa5\u00a0Still in the Spotlight \u2013 But On Their Own Terms<\/p>\n While Brian remains a fixture in rugby punditry and Amy continues to act, write, and design, both are selective about the limelight. You won\u2019t find them chasing headlines or reality show deals \u2014 they\u2019re more likely to be spotted at a school run than a red carpet event.<\/p>\n Still, fans are only just realising the full extent of their power couple status \u2014 and frankly, we\u2019re here for it.3<\/p>\n EDITORS PICKS:<\/p>\n Meet the partners cheering on England during Rugby World Cup final<\/p>\n Taking on a Rugby World Cup is no easy task\u2014especially when it\u2019s on your home turf, in front of the roars of England\u2019s faithful. That\u2019s the challenge the Red Roses are facing as they prepare for the\u00a0World Cup final against Canada this weekend.<\/p>\n But while the spotlight shines on the pitch, there\u2019s another source of strength driving these athletes forward: the unwavering support of their partners. Behind every scrum, sprint, and soaring victory, there\u2019s a network of love, encouragement, and sacrifice.<\/p>\n So, before the final whistle blows, let\u2019s meet the squad behind the squad\u2014the partners who stand firmly in the Roses\u2019 corner.<\/p>\n Ellie Kildunne & Cameron Sommerville-Bailey<\/p>\n Star fullback Ellie Kildunne has long been one of England\u2019s most exciting rugby talents\u2014and her personal life has drawn interest too. She has been in a relationship with Cameron Sommerville-Bailey, a director at Complete Renovations, with the pair previously attending the World Rugby Awards together in 2024.<\/p>\n Recently, fans have noticed fewer pictures of the couple on social media, sparking speculation about whether their relationship has shifted. While some whispers suggest a split, others believe they remain together but are simply keeping things more private as Ellie\u2019s profile rises on the mainstream stage. Neither has commented publicly.<\/p>\n For now, Ellie seems fully focused on her rugby\u2014lighting up the pitch with her trademark flair as she looks to play a starring role in England\u2019s World Cup campaign.<\/p>\n Jess Breach & Archie White<\/p>\n There\u2019s not much public detail about their relationship, but the headlines say it all: Jess Breach shares life with former Harlequins flanker\u00a0Archie White, who created headlines by stepping away from the game last summer at just 27. <\/p>\n A bold pivot, and no doubt a steadying presence in Jess\u2019s corner.<\/p>\n CONTINUES ON PAGE TWO<\/a><\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n