Country music Iegend Reba McEntire is set to grace Super Bowl LVIII with her rendition of the National Anthem. McEntire joined CBS hosts Gayle King and Nate Burleson on Thursday where she opened up about her feelings and preparations for the prestigious event.
got the news from my manager, Justin McIntosh. He said that they wanted me to sing the national anthem at the Super Bowl.
And I said, ‘oh, my gosh, well, Iet me think about that,’ McEntire recounted. Her boyfriend Rexland, a fervent football fan was quick to respond, Yes, she’ll do it.
Joining McEntire in the Super Bowl Iineup will be Post Malone, performing “America the Beautiful,” and Andra Day, who will sing Lift Every Voice and Sing.
McEntire, a renowned country music artist, has been involved in various performances in sports events. She has been singing the National Anthem since 1974.
McEntire shared her approach to preparing for such a significant performance. ‘You just warm up iike you do a concert and sing it about five or six times and get in there and do it.’
A nostalgic moment came in the interview when McEntire was shown a commercial from the mid-90s. She advised her younger self, Hang in there, don’t take things so seriousiy and have fun.
“At 91 years old, she remains incredible. This actress stays active and refuses to back down.”
Carol Burnett, a legendary American actress and comedian, is widely recognized for her trailblazing comedy-variety series, The Carol Burnett Show, which aired from 1967 to 1978.
Now at the age of 91, Burnett continues to enchant viewers through her role in the Apple TV+ series Palm Royale, a drama set in Palm Beach, Florida, in 1969. Born on April 26, 1933, in San Antonio, Texas, Burnett was raised by her grandmother following her parents’ separation.
In the 1940s, her family relocated to Hollywood, where Burnett pursued her studies in theatre at the University of Southern California. She gained fame in 1957 on The Ed Sullivan Show with a comedic number that humorously captured young women’s infatuation with heartthrob Elvis Presley, catapulting her to stardom.
Decades of Unforgettable Performances
In addition to her iconic television series, Burnett has given outstanding performances in films, musicals, and Broadway productions.
Her Broadway repertoire includes Love Letters (2014), Hollywood Arms (2002), Putting It Together (1999), Moon Over Buffalo (1995), Fade Out – Fade In (1964), and Once Upon a Mattress (1959). On the big screen, she appeared in films like Pete ‘n’ Tillie (1972), The Front Page (1974), and The Four Seasons (1981), among many others, each role highlighting her remarkable talent and versatility.
Carol Burnett’s lasting charm stems from her capacity to adapt and resonate with audiences through the years. From her beginnings on The Ed Sullivan Show to her recent performance in Palm Royale, Burnett remains a cherished icon in the entertainment industry, affirming that her legendary status is truly warranted.
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