Ian Rush, Robbie Fowler, Phil Thompson and Natasha Dowie met up with the comedian and Reds supporter for the cultural trip.
LFC CEO Billy Hogan was also in attendance as they took in the New York skyline as part of the current pre-season tour of the USA.
Andoni Iraola's side are next in friendly action at the city's Yankee Stadium on Wednesday evening, taking on Championship side Wrexham.
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See how the trip unfolded in the photos below...
Photos by Rebecca Oliver
