US EditionWill Ferrell Explains His Role While Appearing in Referee Uniform at Kings–Lightning Game
Will Ferrell wore full NHL referee gear at the Kings–Lightning game and made calls on the jumbotron, highlighting his connection to two officials he trained.
- On Jan. 1, Will Ferrell attended the Tampa Bay Lightning–Los Angeles Kings game at Crypto.com Arena in full NHL referee gear, signaling calls shown on the jumbotron.
- A longtime Kings superfan, Will Ferrell said he trained two on-ice referees, Brandon Schrader and Francis Charron, and holds season tickets to home games.
- On the videoboard, Ferrell's signals flashed frequently while he tapped the glass, pointed at players, and yelled encouragement in detailed NHL referee gear at Crypto.com Arena.
- Social media and team accounts amplified the moment, posting clips and images as fans in attendance found the bit entertaining and Ferrell 'had an absolute blast.'
- The gag continued a known tradition, as Will Ferrell previously dressed as Buddy the Elf character at Kings games in 2024 and discussed the stunts on Jason and Travis Kelce's New Heights podcast.
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