'Critics Slam Ingrid Andress' National Anthem Performance at Home Run Derby as One of the Worst Renditions Ever'

Entertainment | July 16, 2024, 12:24 p.m.

At Monday night's Home Run Derby in Arlington, Texas, Grammy-nominated artist Ingrid Andress delivered a national anthem rendition that has sparked intense criticism on social media. Viewers described her a cappella performance as "one of the worst" they've ever heard, with some comparing it to Fergie's infamous 2018 NBA All-Star Game rendition. Andress herself responded to the backlash on Instagram, attributing her performance to being intoxicated and announcing her entry into rehab. Despite the heavy criticism, Andress is a successful singer-songwriter with hit songs and multiple Grammy nominations. While her next single is set for release on July 24, the fallout from her controversial anthem performance continues to resonate in music and sports circles.