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Lilly Singh Joins Toronto Tempo Ownership as Chief Hype Officer

The Canadian entertainer and advocate becomes part of the WNBA's first Canadian franchise, joining Serena Williams and others in building the team ahead of its 2026 debut.

Actress and YouTuber Lilly Singh celebrates following the NBA basketball All-Star Celebrity Game, Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
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Overview

  • Lilly Singh has been announced as an owner and chief hype officer of the Toronto Tempo, the WNBA's first Canadian expansion team.
  • Singh joins a high-profile ownership group that includes Serena Williams, Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, and Larry Tanenbaum.
  • As chief hype officer, Singh will focus on fan engagement, in-game rituals, and promoting the sport of women's basketball.
  • The Tempo will play home games at Toronto’s Coca-Cola Coliseum and host select games in other Canadian cities as part of its national outreach strategy.
  • The team, led by President Teresa Resch and GM Monica Wright Rogers, is preparing for its inaugural season in 2026, with organizational and branding efforts underway.