Gladys Knight defends decision to sing U.S. anthem at Super Bowl
Singer Gladys Knight has defended her decision to perform the U.S. national anthem after receiving criticism from supporters of former quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who used the pre-game tradition to protest racial injustice.
Detroit Free Press — "The NFL recently announced their new social justice platform Inspire Change, and I am honored to be a part of its inaugural year," Knight said.
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USA Today Music — "The NFL recently announced their new social justice platform Inspire Change, and I am honored to be a part of its inaugural year," Knight said.
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Detroit Free Press — Gladys Knight issued a statement to Variety about former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick ahead of her Super Bowl LIII National Anthem performance.
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USA Today Music — Gladys Knight issued a statement to Variety about former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick ahead of her Super Bowl LIII National Anthem performance.
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Stereogum — There's always a lot of speculation about musical performers at the Super Bowl, but this year, for the first time I can remember, there's also a shitstorm of controversy.... more info
Consequence of Sound — The soul singer and civil rights activist hopes "this National Anthem will bring us all together in a way never before witnessed." more info
Reuters — Singer Gladys Knight has defended her decision to perform the U.S. national anthem after receiving criticism from supporters of former quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who u... more info
New York Times — The renowned soul singer said in a statement to Variety that it was “unfortunate that our national anthem has been dragged into this debate.†more info
L.A. Times - Entertainment — Gladys Knight has responded to a brewing backlash over her upcoming performance of the national anthem at the Super Bowl. The gig has become controversial as some view it... more info
Dlisted — Yesterday soul legend Gladys Knight announced that she will sing the National Anthem at this year’s Super Bowl in Atlanta, GA. She also released a video reminding ever... more info