Ingrid Andress has made a triumphant comeback, barely a year after her polarizing national anthem performance stirred up controversy. The Grammy-nominated talent bravely chose to tackle "The Star-Spangled Banner" once more, this occasion gracing the ice at the Colorado Avalanche hockey game on a Friday night. A video posted across her social media platforms (embedded below) captures the mesmerizing moment from behind as Andress belts out the anthem to a capacity crowd at Denver's Ball Arena, her voice resonating with passion.
"We're back, baby. Thank you, @coloradoavalanche," she captioned the post, her excitement palpable.
Last July, Andress found herself at the center of criticism following her pitchy rendition of the national anthem at the Home Run Derby. The video of her performance swiftly went viral on social media, drawing mixed reactions. In a heartfelt apology posted on Instagram, she confessed, "I'm not going to sugarcoat it; I was drunk last night. I'm checking myself into a facility today to seek the help I desperately need."
"That wasn't the real me last night," she added, her words laden with sincerity. "I extend my sincerest apologies to MLB, all the fans, and this incredible country I cherish so deeply for that performance. I'll keep you posted on rehab; I've heard it's quite the adventure."
At the time, her anthem interpretation drew inevitable comparisons to Fergie's infamous 2018 NBA All-Star Game version. Throughout her illustrious career, Andress, who has garnered four Grammy nominations, including Best New Artist in 2021, has become a household name for hits like "More Hearts Than Mine" and "Wishful Drinking." Additionally, she has co-written songs such as Grammy-winner Charli XCX's "Boys" and Bebe Rexha's "Girl in the Mirror," further cementing her status in the music industry.
