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Will Ferrell Wears Full Referee Uniform at Kings Game, Mimics Penalty Calls

The stunt extends his long-running persona as a costumed Los Angeles Kings superfan.

Overview

  • On Jan. 1 at Crypto.com Arena, the actor sat behind the glass for Kings–Lightning while signaling penalties shown on the jumbotron.
  • In an in-game interview, he joked he had trained referees Brandon Schrader and Francis Charron.
  • He said the gear was his own and quipped he was ready to skate in as an emergency official if needed.
  • Ferrell added that the Kings asked him not to blow the whistle during play, though he tried it between periods.
  • The moment drew strong social-media attention, and the night ended with Tampa Bay defeating Los Angeles 5-3.