Philip McCabe's World 'bee beard' record attempt on Saturday June 25th 2005.

Philip stripping off prior to the event.

Philip weighing in. The current record is 87.5 lbs of bees. Philip is attempting to attract 100 lbs. onto his body.

The first basket of bees about to be added.

Gradually the bees climb up Philip's body.

Our "Michelin man" reporter, Terry Flanagan.

Philip completely covered with bees.

Philip, beneath thousands of bees.