Viral College World Series fan embraces fame after LSU's triumph
The mystery blonde who went viral while supporting the LSU Tigers at Sunday's Men's College World Series national championship appeared to embrace her internet fame.
The mystery blonde who went viral while supporting the LSU Tigers at Sunday's Men's College World Series national championship win appears to be embracing her internet fame.
Taking to her Instagram Story Tuesday, Alicia Huggins reposted an image of the moment when ESPN cameras cut to her cheering in the crowd as the Tigers took a 5-1 lead over Coastal Carolina in the top of the fourth inning
Taking to her Instagram Story Tuesday, Alicia Huggins reposted an image of the now-viral moment when ESPN cameras cut to her cheering in the crowd as the Tigers took a 5-1 lead over Coastal Carolina at the top of the fourth inning. Instagram/Old Row Official
Huggins, who sported a white dress and a matching cap, was all smiles while celebrating at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha — where LSU defeated Coastal Carolina 5-3 to secure their second national title in three years.
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Huggins was first identified by the popular social media account Old Row Official, which shared photos of her meeting LSU outfielder Derek Curiel.
Alicia Huggins is the mystery blonde who went viral while supporting the LSU Tigers at the Men's College World Series national championship on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Instagram/Alicia Huggins
The 26-year-old blond is a business owner in Louisiana, where she runs Huggins Glow, which offers services including hydra facials and spray tans.
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Alicia Huggins is a business owner in Louisiana. Instagram/Alicia Huggins
Alicia Huggins at the 2025 Men's College World Series. Instagram/Alicia Huggins
Alicia Huggins reposted the now-viral moment of her supporting LSU at the Men's College World Series national championship on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Instagram/Alicia Huggins
'Saw you on the broadcast,' someone wrote in the comments of her post.
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