Ingrid Andress has apologized for her embarrassingly bad, flubbed performance of the “Star-Spangled Banner” before last night’s 2024 Home Run Derby.
On Tuesday (7.16), the country music singer issued a statement confirming plans to check herself into a rehabilitation facility after admitting that she “was drunk” during her rendition of the National Anthem.
Taking to Instagram the 4x Grammy nominated singer wrote:
“I’m not gonna bullshit y’all, I was drunk last night.” “I’m checking myself into a facility today to get the help I need. That was not me last night.” “I apologize to MLB, all the fans, and this country I love so much for that rendition.” “I’ll let y’all know how rehab is, I hear it’s super fun.”
Following her social media post, Andress received supportive messages from fans and fellow country singers alike.
“I’m sending you love, Ingrid. Being this open takes a lot,” commented Carly Pearce. “You’ve got this. Hang in there.”
“Love you girl,” wrote Julia Michaels, who’s written with Andress in the past. “I’m sorry you’re going through this. And I’m sorry the world can be so cruel. Here for you xx.”
“Damn this make me love it even more! We all been there drunk and wild times!!! Ur human,” added songwriter Ink.
Drawing comparisons to Fergie’s performance of the song during the 2018 NBA All-Star Game, Andress received ultra-harsh criticism online for her more than subpar performance of the “Star-Spangled Banner”, just several hours after the singer announced her new single “Colorado 9” would drop on July 24.
Scheduled to perform in Nashville on Wednesday (7.17) and in Denver on July 24, it’s now unclear if the single will still be released, though the shows seem to be canceled.
Andress earned three Grammy nominations for her first album, Lady Like, in 2021, including for Best New Artist and Best Country Song for “More Hearts Than Mine.” She also earned a nod for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for her song “Wishful Drinking” with Sam Hunt in 2023.
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Author: Saul Goode
Photo: Justin Higuchi