The NFL has confirmed that opera singer Renee Fleming will perform the national anthem for the 2014 Super Bowl in New Jersey. The national anthem performance will be televised on FOX as part of the pregame festivities.
Super Bowl XLVIII national anthem will be performed by Renee Fleming
The acclaimed opera singer will be performing the national anthem at the Super Bowl this year.
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Fleming’s selection breaks a long streak of contemporary pop artists performing the anthem. The previous singers included Alicia Keys, Kelly Clarkson, Christina Aguilera, Carrie Underwood and Jennifer Hudson. Bruno Mars has been chosen to perform the halftime show, with the Red Hot Chili Peppers opening for him.
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