Will Ferrell made a surprise appearance at the Brass Monkey pub in New York City's Meatpacking District on June 24, 2026, to celebrate the USA national team's 2-0 victory over Australia, which secured their spot in the World Cup knockout stages. The 58-year-old comedian was captured on video walking through the crowd, belting out Neil Diamond's classic hit 'Sweet Caroline' to a room full of ecstatic fans.
Ferrell's World Cup Celebration and Promotion
Ferrell was dressed as his character Lonnie Hawkins from the upcoming Netflix comedy golf series 'The Hawk,' set to premiere next month. He wore a visor emblazoned with the word 'Hawk' and began chanting 'Hawk, hawk, hawk,' prompting the crowd to join in. According to the official Netflix synopsis, Hawkins was the number one golf player in 2004 but now struggles to recapture his former glory. 'His body says retire, but his heart says he’s not done yet,' the synopsis reads. 'His ex-wife and his son Lance, golf’s new golden boy, know he’s through. But with one more major to win to complete golf’s Grand Slam, Lonnie refuses to believe he’s anything other than one stroke away from the greatest comeback in golf history.'
Ferrell's Role as World Cup Ambassador
Beyond promoting his show, Ferrell is also serving as a Los Angeles ambassador for the World Cup, a role he humorously described as 'awful' during a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show. 'I thought it was gonna be great. I gotta mow the field. I don’t even get a riding mower. I have a manual push mower and it’s like painting the Golden Gate Bridge: once I start on one side, I gotta start on the other. I’m just there all the time,' he joked. 'I’m having to wash the uniforms. In fact, I got a duffle bag full of the New Zealand guys’ jock straps and… Very hairy men, the Kiwis. A thatch of pubic hair down there…' He added, 'I thought it was gonna be just a really cool gig. Nuh uh.'
World Cup Fever Grips New York
The USA's win over Australia marked a significant milestone, advancing them to the knockout rounds. The Brass Monkey pub was packed with revelers celebrating the victory, and Ferrell's impromptu performance added to the festive atmosphere. Videos from inside the pub quickly spread on social media, showing fans singing along with the comedy icon.
