Anne Hathaway Goes Viral After Knicks' Historic Win vs. Hawks — Here's Why
Anne Hathaway became a viral topic following the New York Knicks' 140-89 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6 of the NBA playoffs, due to her recent Knicks-themed appearance on 'The Tonight Show' and her role in 'The Devil Wears Prada 2,' which features a cameo by Knicks player Karl-Anthony Towns. The Knicks' dominant performance, including a 51-point margin of victory, sparked widespread discussion both for its rarity in NBA history and for the cultural crossover with Hathaway's fandom. Marketing efforts by 20th Century Studios further blended the film's promotion with the team's playoff success.
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By Megan ArmstrongShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Anne Hathaway is ubiquitous in 2026. The Oscar-winning actress will have starred in five movies this year by year's end: "Mother Mary," "The Devil Wears Prada 2," "The End of Oak Street," "The Odyssey," and "Verity." If that weren't enough, Hathaway is also starring in New York Knicks lore.To set the scene: The Knicks humiliated the Atlanta Hawks to the ends of the earth on Thursday night. The Hawks may have considered folding by the end of the first quarter, as New York led 40-15, and it only got worse from there. The Knicks held an 83-36 lead at halftime.
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