Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle lit up the 2025 Tremendous Bowl with a strong efficiency of “America the Stunning” forward of the sport on Sunday.
The pair, each Louisiana natives, took to the sphere shortly earlier than kickoff to sing the tune, which was adopted by the presentation of the colours and a army flyover. Stephanie Nogueras was additionally the featured ASL performer through the tune.
Daigle was sporting a blue and crimson plaid off-the-shoulder costume, whereas Trombone Shorty opted for a teal-colored jacket, white shirt and darkish denims.
Daigle, most recognized for her tune “You Say,” is a Christian artist who has continuously topped Billboard‘s High Christian Albums and Sizzling Christian Songs charts. She has additionally gained two Grammy Awards all through her music profession.
As for jazz musician Trombone Shorty (actual title Troy Andrews), he’s beforehand topped Billboard‘s Modern Jazz Albums and Jazz Albums charts. He additionally earned a Grammy for his work on Jon Batiste’s album We Are, which gained album of the 12 months in 2022.
Different artists performing through the Tremendous Bowl 2025 embrace Kendrick Lamar, who will likely be taking to the sphere for the halftime present with SZA. Most particulars of his efficiency have been stored underneath wraps, nevertheless, he teased throughout a press convention earlier this week, saying that viewers ought to count on “storytelling” that may assist his greatest viewers but immerse themselves in his music.
Batiste additionally carried out the Nationwide Anthem, whereas Ledisi sang “Raise Each Voice and Sing” forward of the championship sport.
The Kansas Metropolis Chiefs are taking up the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday evening on the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans for Tremendous Bowl LIX. Take a look at The Hollywood Reporter‘s Tremendous Bowl protection right here.