A famous actor takes a budget airline flight by surprise.

It was a truly unconventional sight to see an A-Lister on a budget short-haul flight. These days, it's not often that we see famous celebrities mingling with the general public, unless of course, you happen to be Will Ferrell. The beloved 56-year-old actor is known for his countless iconic roles over the years, from Buddy in the Christmas hit Elf to the Mattel CEO in the summer blockbuster Barbie. With a career spanning over 30 years, there's very little that this comedic actor hasn't achieved.

In Hollywood, it's common for big names to upgrade to private jets once they reach a certain level of fame. However, this isn't the case for Will. Recently, he was spotted by some passengers on an Aer Lingus flight from London to Dublin, opting for a full commercial airline experience instead of a private jet. According to X users, who confirmed his presence on the one hour and 30-minute flight, Will swapped an intimate flight for a more traditional one.

One passenger, @emmaquinlain, took to social media to share their encounter with the star. They tweeted, "On my London to Dublin @AerLingus flight this evening I was beside Will Ferrell...in a s**t unreserved seat. There we go, [sic]." They also added that although they didn't take any photos with him, they did have a brief chat with him as they exited the plane.

Will's iconic roles over the decades have made him a household name and fans were ecstatic to see him on a commercial flight. Another passenger, @trevthelegend, confirmed his presence on the flight and even mentioned that he was sitting in the middle seat, which is undoubtedly the least desirable one. They also added that Will's parents were sitting in the front row, but the middle seat was the only one left. "Very difficult for him to stay inconspicuous though," @trevthelegend added.

Envious fans shared their excitement on social media, with one saying, "That's so cool," and another declaring it "unreal." It's no secret that Will has ties to the UK, and recently, he even bought a "large stake" in the Championship club Leeds United. According to The Sun, he fell in love with the English game and has hopes for the team to make it to the Premier League.

What's refreshing to see is Will's airplane etiquette. In a time where there has been heated discourse around celebrities using private jets due to their negative impact on the environment and clear display of wealth, Will's decision to take a commercial flight is a breath of fresh air. Just a few months ago, Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague faced backlash for posting about her private jet travels. Many fans pointed out her carbon footprint and unnecessary air miles.

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