Country Music Artist Ingrid Andress Checks into Rehab Following Controversial National Anthem Performance

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16/07/2024 20h49

Country music artist Ingrid Andress has announced that she will be seeking treatment after admitting to being intoxicated during her widely criticized rendition of the national anthem at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby. In a statement posted on her verified social media account on Tuesday, Andress candidly confessed, "I'm not going to bulls**t y'all, I was drunk last night."

Expressing remorse for her performance, Andress extended her apologies to MLB, the fans, and her beloved country. She acknowledged that the rendition did not reflect her true talent and love for music. She concluded the note by stating her intent to keep her followers informed about her rehab journey, adding, "I hear it's super fun."

This incident marks another addition to a storied list of unforgettable national anthem performances. Similar to Roseanne Barr's infamous rendition at a 1990 Padres vs. Reds game and Fergie's unconventional interpretation at the 2018 NBA All-Star Game, Andress's performance has sparked widespread commentary and discussion.

Andress first gained exposure when she competed on the second season of NBC's a capella singing competition "The Sing-Off" in 2010, as a member of the group Pitch Slapped. Although the group was eliminated early on, Andress returned the following season as part of Delilah. In 2020, she released her debut album, "Lady Like," which soared to the top of Billboard's Emerging Artists chart. Her single "More Hearts Than Mine" also achieved success, reaching the Billboard Hot 100.

Recognized for her talent and achievements, Andress earned a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist in 2021. Additionally, her album "Lady Like" received a Best Country Album nomination, and her song "More Hearts Than Mine" was nominated for Best Country Song. In 2022, her song "Wishful Drinking" with Sam Hunt earned a nomination for Best Country Duo/Group Performance. Andress's most recent album, "Good Person," was released in 2022.

Sadly, Andress's recent struggles have forced the cancellation of her upcoming shows. Her representatives confirmed that both her Nashville show on July 17 and her Denver show on July 24 will not proceed as originally planned.

Despite the setback, Andress expressed gratitude to her loyal fans, acknowledging their unwavering support. She assured them that she is looking forward to future performances and teased the release of her new single, "Colorado 9," set to debut next week.

As this story continues to develop, Ingrid Andress's decision to seek treatment serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those in the limelight. We wish Andress well on her journey towards recovery and hope to see her back on stage soon.

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