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

Then he saw it in person. "Oh my God, it’s Buddy the Elf, the ax murderer," Ferrell said. The elf then recited one of Ferrell's quotes from the movie in an eerie, robotic voice. “Why don’t ...

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.

It looks like the youngsters (both in the movie and at the Kings game) got an early lesson in the saying “Never meet your heroes.” I do have to wonder if Will Ferrell will possibly think twice before ...

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 ...

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 ...

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