Will Ferrell does surreal Golf Channel interview as Netflix character Lonnie 'The Hawk' Hawkins
Will Ferrell is generating buzz with an in-character appearance on Golf Channel to promote his upcoming Netflix series, The Hawk.
The brief
Will Ferrell appeared on the Golf Channel and at the Travelers Championship in character as Lonnie 'The Hawk' Hawkins, a washed-up professional golfer. The promotional appearances align with the release of a new Netflix comedy series titled The Hawk.
Coverage from Variety and Deadline highlights the release of the series trailer, while reporting from WTNH.com and the Hartford Courant notes Ferrell's presence in Cromwell, Connecticut. Awful Announcing characterized the Golf Channel interview as surreal.
Reports indicate the project involves a collaboration with Netflix. Future updates will likely clarify the official series release date and further promotional activities.
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Quick answers
Who is Will Ferrell playing?
He is portraying a character named Lonnie 'The Hawk' Hawkins, a washed-up professional golfer.
Where did the appearances take place?
Ferrell appeared on the Golf Channel and at the Travelers Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut.
What is the nature of the project?
It is a comedy series produced for Netflix.
Coverage (5)
- Is Cromwell the Paris of Connecticut? Will Ferrell says yes WTNH.com · 46d ago
- ‘The Hawk’ Trailer: Will Ferrell Stars as a Washed-Up Golf Pro in New Netflix Comedy Series Variety · 46d ago
- ‘The Hawk’ Trailer: Will Ferrell Is Going For The Grand Slam In Netflix Golf Comedy Series Deadline · 46d ago
- Travelers Championship Notes: Will Ferrell appears in full character, UConn coaches did too Hartford Courant · 46d ago
- Will Ferrell does surreal Golf Channel interview as Netflix character Lonnie 'The Hawk' Hawkins Awful Announcing · 46d ago
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