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INDIANAPOLIS – Two more performers have been announced for the upcoming NBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis, and one is a famous Hoosier.
R&B artist Babyface will be singing the National Anthem before the game on February 18th. Babyface – real name Kenneth Edmonds – was born in Indianapolis in 1959.
I’ll be performing the U.S. National Anthem at the 2024 @NBAAllStar Game
Watch the #NBAAllStar Game, Feb. 18 on TNT pic.twitter.com/gbmjoriWKf
— Babyface (@babyface) February 7, 2024
The producer and songwriter has won 13 Grammys throughout his career, and is known for hits like “Whip Appeal,” “Every Time I Close My Eyes,” and “When Can I See You.”
It was also revealed Wednesday that Academy-Award winner Jennifer Hudson will be headlining the game’s halftime show.
So honored and excited to be performing at halftime of the 2024 @NBA All-Star Game in Indy! Watch it live on Sunday, Feb. 18 on TNT!
Let’s go !!! https://t.co/u66usvqwPe
— Jennifer Hudson (@IAMJHUD) February 7, 2024
Hudson first got her start as a contestant on “American Idol,” before going on to win an Oscar for her work in the 2006 film “Dreamgirls.” She has also received an Emmy, Grammys, and a Tony, making her a rare EGOT winner.
The 73rd NBA All-Star Game will tip off at 8 p.m. at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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