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Mariska Hargitay, Timothee Chalamet Among Celebs Showing Out For Knicks’ Championship Parade

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It was celebrity row on wheels Thursday.

The famous Knicks loyalists certainly weren’t going to miss the championship parade through the Canyon of Heroes to celebrate the Knicks’ first NBA championship since 1973.

A Jalen Brunson favorite, Mariska Hargitay made an appearance on the Finals MVP’s float with her son, August, who was wearing a blue shirt that read “Marknickska Hargitay.”

The “Law & Order: SVU” star was seen dancing and waving to fans while on the parade route.

Hargitay arrived at the parade with Brunson’s family as the two have grown close over the past few seasons.

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Mariska Hargitay and her son August attend the Knicks’
ticker-tape parade along the Canyon of Heroes on June 18. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock

She also said a heartfelt message to the Knicks captain as the two hugged after New York’s thrilling Game 4 win at Madison Square Garden.

“I love you so much, I’m so happy!” Hargitay said.

Also on Brunson’s float was Spike Lee, who has been a staple fan of the franchise, owning season tickets since 1985.

“This is the first I’ve ever been,” Lee said on MSG. “I’ve never been to a parade, ever. I’m glad its this one.”

Tracy Morgan, wearing an Anthony Mason jersey, and Ben Stiller were also on the scene in downtown Manhattan.

Stiller wore a Karl-Anthony Towns shirt and Knicks hat and he could be seen filming, as usual, with his iPhone, for his documentary with A24 and HBO on the Knicks’ title run.

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Ben Stiller shakes hands with fans during the New York Knicks’ NBA championship parade Thursday, June 18, 2026. AP Photo/Ryan Murphy

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The award-winning actor and comedian also shared a video of a fan dressed as Jalen Brunson that got a chance to FaceTime with the Knicks star.

Timothée Chalamet, who was an integral part of the Knicks’ postgame celebrations in San Antonio, was on a float with his dad during the parade as well.

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Timothée Chalamet looks on during the New York Knicks Championship ticker tape parade and victory rally celebrating winning the 2026 NBA Finals on June 18, 2026 in New York City. Getty Images
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Timothée Chalamet looks on during the June 18 Knicks parade. Getty Images

Walt “Clyde” Frazier was seen leading the way among the Knicks alums in attendance.

He was seen driving a car with his name emblazoned on the side of it.

Patrick Ewing greeted fans before hopping on a car of his own while Carmelo Anthony was waving to fans on a float.

Martha Stewart was also spotted among the crazed Knicks fans and she got a picture with Brunson.

Actor John Turturro was seen with his family to celebrate the Knicks title.

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Martha Stewart and Jalen Brunson attend the New York Knicks ticker-tape parade along the Canyon of Heroes on June 18, 2026. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock
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Actor John Turturro with his son Diego. Stephen Yang for NY Post

Other faces that popped up were Jon Stewart, Fat Joe, Edie Falco, Steve Schirripa and Matthew Modine.

The parade started in Battery Park and finished at City Hall, where there will be a ceremony emceed by Mike Breen as mayor Zohran Mamdani will give the keys to the city to the team.