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Celebrities Spotted at UConn-Notre Dame Elite Eight Game
Kyrie Irving, Paige Bueckers among high-profile attendees at March Madness showdown
Mar. 29, 2026 at 8:02pm
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The Elite Eight matchup between the University of Connecticut Huskies and Notre Dame Fighting Irish women's basketball teams drew a star-studded crowd, with Dallas Mavericks point guard Kyrie Irving and UConn alum Paige Bueckers among the notable spectators.
Why it matters
Marquee players and celebrities often attend high-profile NCAA tournament games, adding to the excitement and atmosphere. Irving's presence highlights his relationship with Bueckers, a former UConn standout, while the overall celebrity sightings showcase the broad appeal of March Madness.
The details
Irving, a seven-time NBA All-Star, has developed a close friendship with Bueckers, who played for the Huskies from 2020 to 2023. The two have collaborated on various projects and Irving has been a vocal supporter of Bueckers' basketball career. Other celebrities spotted at the game included actor Chris Hemsworth and musician Cardi B.
- The Elite Eight matchup between UConn and Notre Dame took place on March 29, 2026.
The players
Kyrie Irving
A seven-time NBA All-Star who plays point guard for the Dallas Mavericks and has a close relationship with former UConn star Paige Bueckers.
Paige Bueckers
A former standout player for the University of Connecticut women's basketball team, who has collaborated with Kyrie Irving on various projects.
What they’re saying
“It's always great to see the best players in the game come out and support the next generation. Paige is doing big things and I'm proud to be in her corner.”
— Kyrie Irving
The takeaway
The presence of high-profile celebrities like Kyrie Irving and Paige Bueckers at the UConn-Notre Dame Elite Eight game underscores the immense popularity and excitement surrounding March Madness, as the NCAA tournament continues to attract a wide range of sports and entertainment stars.
