Ingrid Andress arrives for the CMT Awards at the Moody Center on Sunday, April 2, 2023, in Austin, Texas.
Country singer Ingrid Andress said that she was intoxicated and plans to enter a rehab facility following her performance of the U.S. national anthem prior to Major League Baseball’s Home Run Derby.
“I’m not gonna (expletive) y’all, I was drunk last night. I’m checking myself into a facility today to get the help I need,” the four-time Grammy nominee posted Tuesday on social media. “That was not me last night. I apologize to MLB, all the fans, and this country I love so much for that rendition.”
Major League Baseball has yet to comment on Andress’ words over social media or her rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” on Monday at Arlington, Texas.
The performance on Monday by Andress, 32, was widely panned, even drawing comparisons to Roseanne Barr’s infamous rendition at a 1990 San Diego Padres game.
Country singer Cody Johnson is slated to perform the national anthem prior to Tuesday’s All-Star Game.
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Country singer Ingrid Andress made headlines recently for her performance of the U.S. national anthem prior to Major League Baseball’s Home Run Derby. In a social media post, Andress admitted that she was intoxicated during the performance and announced her plans to enter a rehab facility to seek help.
The 32-year-old four-time Grammy nominee expressed regret for her actions, stating, “That was not me last night. I apologize to MLB, all the fans, and this country I love so much for that rendition.” Despite her apology, Major League Baseball has yet to comment on the situation.
Andress’ performance at the Home Run Derby was widely criticized, with some drawing comparisons to Roseanne Barr’s infamous rendition of the national anthem at a 1990 San Diego Padres game. The controversy surrounding Andress’ performance has sparked discussions about the pressures and expectations placed on artists when performing patriotic songs at major events.
In the wake of Andress’ admission, country singer Cody Johnson has been announced as the performer for the national anthem prior to Tuesday’s All-Star Game. Johnson’s upcoming performance will be closely watched after the recent controversy surrounding Andress.
As Andress takes steps to address her struggles with alcohol, fans and industry professionals alike will be watching to see how she navigates this challenging time in her career. Ultimately, Andress’ decision to seek help and take responsibility for her actions serves as a reminder of the importance of self-care and mental health in the music industry.
