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Bill Murray Cheers On UConn in 2026 Final Four
The legendary actor has a personal connection to the Huskies' coaching staff.
Apr. 4, 2026 at 2:20pm
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Bill Murray, the acclaimed actor, has become a fixture at UConn Huskies men's basketball games in recent years. The reason? Murray's son, Luke Murray, has been an assistant coach under head coach Dan Hurley since 2021, helping the Huskies win consecutive national championships in 2023 and 2024. The 75-year-old Murray has regularly attended games during that time and even celebrated on the court with the team after their title wins.
Why it matters
Bill Murray's fandom and involvement with the UConn basketball program has added an extra layer of celebrity and excitement around the Huskies' recent success. As one of the most recognizable actors in the world, Murray's presence at games has helped raise the profile of the program and the sport of college basketball.
The details
Luke Murray, Bill Murray's son, joined the UConn coaching staff in 2021 after previously working as an assistant at Xavier University. Under head coach Dan Hurley, the Huskies have won back-to-back national championships in 2023 and 2024, with Luke Murray playing a key role in the team's success. Bill Murray has been a regular fixture at UConn home games during this run, often seen celebrating with the team after big wins.
- Luke Murray joined the UConn coaching staff in 2021.
- UConn won the national championship in 2023 and 2024.
The players
Bill Murray
A legendary American actor known for films like Ghostbusters, Groundhog Day, and Lost in Translation.
Luke Murray
Bill Murray's son, who has been an assistant coach for the UConn Huskies men's basketball team since 2021.
Dan Hurley
The head coach of the UConn Huskies men's basketball team, who has led the team to consecutive national championships in 2023 and 2024.
What they’re saying
“Bill Murray is an absolute legend of an actor and many other things, but if you're watching the UConn Huskies play in the 2026 men's NCAA tournament, you may be wondering: Why is he rooting for UConn?”
— Charles Curtis, Writer
What’s next
The UConn Huskies will look to continue their recent success and make another deep run in the 2026 NCAA tournament, with Bill Murray cheering them on from the stands.
The takeaway
Bill Murray's personal connection to the UConn basketball program through his son Luke has made him a beloved figure among Huskies fans. His enthusiastic support and celebration of the team's championships has added an extra layer of excitement and star power to the program's recent dominance.
