Thursday, July 17, 2008

2008 ESPY Awards Rock Los Angeles

The Nokia Theatre in downtown Los Angeles, California was brimming over with celebrity presence as ESPN held their annual ESPY Awards last night (they’ll air this Sunday at 9pm).

And who better than the “SexyBack” man himself, Justin Timberlake (who also performed a Rock Opera montage onstage), to host the night, with multiple wins by Tiger Woods, including Male Athlete of the Year, Best Golfer, and Best Championship Performance.

Unfortunately, Mr. Woods is still at home in Florida recuperating from his knee surgery, which has caused him to miss the British Open, as well as the rest of the PGA Season. Not to fear, though, as Will Ferrell happily accepted an award on Tiger’s behalf.

SuperBowl Champions the New York Giants tied Woods in three other categories - Best Game, Best Upset, and Best Play, while University of Tennessee’s Candace Parker garnered Female Athlete of the Year and Female College Athlete trophies.

Parker confessed her nerves at accepting the award from presenter David Beckham. “I’m just excited I got to meet David Beckham. I grew up playing soccer, so I love David Beckham. I was thinking, `Don’t trip, don’t trip.’ He’s truly an inspiration.”

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To see the entire gallery from the 2008 ESPY Awards (July 16) - Click Here!