At just five years old, Ellie the Elephant has already cemented her status as a New York icon — and on June 1, the beloved New York Liberty mascot celebrated her birthday in unforgettable fashion.

With the Barclays Center buzzing ahead of the Liberty ’s sold-out game against the Connecticut Sun, Ellie stole the spotlight from the moment she arrived. She entered in a custom outfit designed by David Dalrymple, who also created her glamorous costume for a special halftime performance.

At the half, Ellie took to the court for a birthday-themed dance routine. She was joined by the Lil’ Torches dance team and a group of children ages 5 to 17 who had participated in a dance clinic earlier in the week. Together, they performed to some of Ellie’s favorite songs . Close

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