Will Ferrell was surprised with the viral animatronic Buddy the Elf during an appearance on the TODAY show on Jan. 28.

Will Ferrell says some of his fans were not too happy about his decision to bring back Buddy the Elf as a smoker and drinker.

The actor went viral after dressing up as the beloved character from the 2003 movie, but with a twist, at a Los Angeles Kings game.

Though he was there to promote his new comedy You're Cordially Invited, the actor's Christmas comedy Elf was a hot topic, co-anchors Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin asking Ferrell about ...

Will Ferrell recently told People magazine that some of his fans were not too thrilled with his decision to revive Buddy the Elf as a grizzled drinker and smoker. The comedian went viral on social ...

By Carly Thomas Associate Editor It seems like not everyone cares that Buddy the Elf may be going through a midlife crisis. In December, Will Ferrell went viral after he was seen dressed up as his ...

The 'Elf' star opened up about the viral stunt that had fans talking — and the unexpected inspiration behind his offbeat take ...