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

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.

While it may be January, the classic 2003 Christmas movie, Elf, was on the mind of the hosts of the Today show recently as ...

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

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Will Ferrell knows he ruffled some feathers with his surprise appearance as Buddy the Elf at an NHL game in December.

During Ferrell’s PEOPLE interview, Reese Witherspoon – his co-star in the new comedy You’re Cordially Invited – asked him if ...

The actor went viral after dressing up as the beloved character from the 2003 movie ... inspired the new Buddy the Elf look. “That was just — I get these weird ideas every now and then.

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.

Despite the commercial success and cult status of 2003's Elf, Will Ferrell remains hesitant to tackle a sequel for one ...

Will Ferrell knows he ruffled some feathers with his surprise appearance as Buddy the Elf at an NHL game in December ... “That was just — I get these weird ideas every now and then.

Will Ferrell, 57, revealed the practice that he feels should never be a part of wedding receptions while promoting his new ...