Internet abuzz as Larry David appeared distraught during UConn's March Madness win against Illinois
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS: Larry David's appearance at the UConn Huskies' NCAA March Madness tournament game against Illinois has gone massively viral, providing entertainment far beyond the court, as per New York Post.
The 'Seinfeld' co-creator and star of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' was caught on camera repeatedly exhibiting his signature grumpy behavior throughout the Huskies' 77-52 blowout victory. From nail-biting and leg-stretching to ear-plugging and outbursts at the coaches, David's hilariously miserable reactions have captured the internet's attention.
Larry David wanted nothing to do with being on the big screen. Classic LD. pic.twitter.com/cEDfzgCGfJ
— Steve Perrault (@Steve_Perrault) March 30, 2024
Larry David caught on camera exhibiting disgruntled behaviors
David, 76, was seated courtside at TD Garden in Boston, where he was caught on camera exhibiting a range of disgruntled behaviors.
Videos and photos circulated online, showing the comedian biting his nails and stretching his leg over the guard railing. "I'm in Boston and my friend got me tickets," David revealed to CT Insider, explaining his presence at the game.
You KNOW Larry David wants to turn around and say something to this Illinois fan behind him 😂pic.twitter.com/foUmxgrlmu
— PropSwap (@PropSwap) March 30, 2024
As UConn's lead grew to a commanding 56-25 margin, David was captured on the big screen, appearing to express his annoyance to the person sitting next to him, seemingly questioning why he had to be displayed in such a manner. Several reporters also shared amusing quotes of David's outbursts directed at UConn coach Dan Hurley.
"Shame on you, Hurley!," David reportedly yelled, CBS Sports' Matt Norlander reported. "Take those starters out! Stop coaching! The game is over!"
David's antics didn't stop there. He was also caught on video with fingers in his ears while an Illinois fan cheered at the top of his voice near David's seat. Even his exit from TD Garden was met with hilarious encounters, as fans continuously stopped him for selfies and autographs, further adding to his frustration.
Internet abuzz in wake of Larry David's March Madness experience
The internet was abuzz with reactions to David's miserable March Madness experience, drawing comparisons to his iconic 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' character. "This looks like an episode of Curb. 'I don’t want to be on your f**kin’ big screen! Get me off the f**kin’ screen!'" remarked one X user.
This looks like an episode of Curb. “I don’t want to be on your fuckin’ big screen! Get me off the fuckin’ screen!”
— Matt Hamlin (@MattHamlinTX) March 31, 2024
Another user added, "Not a lip reader but could swear LD's asking why they had to put him on the F'ing big screen for." One user chimed in, observing, "He’s 100% like his character in the show."
Not a lip reader but could swear LD's asking why they had to put him on the F'ing big screen for
— JCody (@jcodeman3) March 31, 2024
"He’s never not in character," remarked another. "Larry David is the best of us," declared a user. "OMG. Classic Larry David being his usual antisocial self, avoiding the limelight at all costs!" exclaimed another user.
OMG 😂 Classic Larry David being his usual antisocial self, avoiding the limelight at all costs! 🙄 #CurbYourEnthusiasm
— Kristyy 💕 (@BabyKristy33) March 31, 2024
A user humorously mused, "Curb Your Enthusiasm was a reality show I’m convinced."
Curb your enthusiasm was a reality show I’m convinced https://t.co/9TvLonp64n
— Jade Cargill Fan Account (@Tokyo__Thrift) March 31, 2024
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