Ingrid Andress apologizes for viral national anthem performance

(ARLINGTON, Texas) — Ingrid Andress is apologizing for her rendition of the national anthem at the 2024 Home Run Derby on Monday night that has since gone viral online.

“I’m not gonna b——- y’all, I was drunk last night,” Andress wrote in a statement posted to Instagram on Tuesday, referring to her performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.

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“I’m checking myself into a facility today to get the help I need,” she continued. “That was not me last night. I apologize to MLB, all the fans, and this country I love so much for that rendition. I’ll let y’all know how rehab is I hear it’s super fun. xo, Ingrid.”

Andress, a four-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, is best known for her song “More Hearts Than Mine” and her Sam Hunt collaboration “Wishful Drinking.”

According to her website, Andress’ next shows are both at music festivals, Aug. 3 at Basilica Block Party in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Oct. 4 at Country Calling in Ocean City, Maryland.

“Good Morning America” has reached out to Andress’ representative for comment.

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