Mackenzie Dern, Joshua Van, Diego Lopes and more turned up at the White House ahead of UFC Freedom 250, as protesters gathered outside—including one holding a sign comparing President Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler. The event begins at 8 PM ET on Paramount+.
Sunday evening brought a rare spotlight to the White House: UFC Freedom 250 arrived with more celebrity power than the crowd could easily count. Before the first bell, heavy hitters and fans packed in, turning the build-up itself into a spectacle.
Mackenzie Dern. Joshua Van and Diego Lopes were among the stars seen pulling up to the president’s residence ahead of one of the most-anticipated nights in sports. The presence of athletes didn’t stop at posing for pictures, either. Gilbert Burns was photographed putting a fan in a headlock for a photo-op. while Jean Silva stood beside her admirers with fists raised for photos.
Dustin Poirier also made an appearance on the pregame show, flashing a grin at the crowd. Caio Borralho, Josh Emmett, Randy Brown, Steve Garcia and more arrived early as well, with the atmosphere already buzzing long before the fight action.
But the energy outside wasn’t only celebratory. Protesters showed up too, including one who held a sign comparing President Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler.
The timing was clear, the spotlight split: stars lined up inside to support UFC Freedom 250, while critics gathered outside with sharp, visible anger. With the venue set and attention fixed on what happens next, viewers are heading toward the main event.
UFC Freedom 250 is set to kick off at 8 PM ET, 5 PM PT, with the action available on Paramount+.
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