Reba McEntire captivated the audience at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada, during Sunday night’s Super Bowl with an unforgettable rendition of ‘The Star-Spangled Banner.’ Her performance stirred cheers from the crowd and left viewers at home with goosebumps. Kansas City Chiefs’ defensive lineman, Chris Jones, was visibly moved, shedding tears during the emotional moment.

The three-time Grammy winner delivered a performance that will be cherished, setting the perfect tone for the game. Following in the footsteps of Chris Stapleton’s stellar performance the previous year, expectations were sky-high for the legendary Oklahoma native.

Reba McEntire, 68, shared intriguing details about her preparation for the event in an interview with CBS Mornings a month prior. She revealed that her boyfriend, Rex Linn, a fervent football fan, enthusiastically encouraged her to accept the invitation to sing the national anthem. Their support added to the significance of her remarkable performance, making it a momentous start to the Super Bowl.