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Tirico's TV slip: Fey becomes 'Fox' at Knicks game
29 Apr
Summary
- Mike Tirico mistakenly called Tina Fey 'Tina Fox' on live TV.
- Reggie Miller corrected the name mix-up on Instagram.
- The Knicks defeated the Hawks 126-97 in Game 5.
During the NBA playoffs, NBC broadcaster Mike Tirico made a notable on-air mistake while covering Game 5 between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden. While highlighting the numerous celebrities in attendance, Tirico misidentified the acclaimed actress Tina Fey as 'Tina Fox'. This slip-up quickly garnered attention and amusement on social media.
Reggie Miller, Tirico's co-commentator, took to Instagram the following day to rectify the name confusion. He posted a photo with Tirico and Tina Fey, captioning it with her correct name, effectively clearing up the broadcast error. The Knicks ultimately triumphed over the Hawks with a commanding 126-97 win in front of a notable crowd that also included other celebrities like Edie Falco and Tracy Morgan.
