H.E.R. has been announced as the performer of the American national anthem during the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Sunday, August 11. As part of the handover to the Los Angeles games, which will be held in 2028, the musician will perform ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ at the Stade de France. Although the Olympics themselves have yet to release a list of performers, several artists are rumoured to be involved, including Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as Tom Cruise, who may perform his own motorcycle stunt. Phoenix and Air are also set to represent France as they bring the games to a close.
H.E.R. recently performed at the Super Bowl Halftime Show where she joined Usher on guitar for the tracks ‘U Got It Bad’ and ‘Bad Girl’. The performance was viewed by millions of people around the world. The artist’s most recent album ‘Back of My Mind’, released in 2021, was highly praised, and she has won five Grammys, including for the protest song ‘I Can’t Breathe’, which was awarded Song of the Year in 2020. H.E.R. was also an Academy Award winner for her song ‘Fight for You’ in the 2021 film Judas and the Black Messiah.
While the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics promises to be a star-studded event with impressive performances, the opening ceremony was a mixed bag, with a divisive four-hour event that featured performances from Celine Dion, Lady Gaga, and Gojira. It remains to be seen what surprises the organisers have in store for the closing ceremony, but with such talented performers on the list, it is sure to be a memorable event.
H.E.R.’s involvement in the Super Bowl Halftime Show and the Paris Olympics closing ceremony is a testament to her impressive talents and star power. With her stunning voice and guitar skills, she is sure to leave a lasting impression on the audience at the Stade de France. Fans of the musician and music lovers alike will be eagerly anticipating this event as it draws closer
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