Ingrid Andress Says She Was ‘Drunk’ During National Anthem Performance: ‘I’m Checking Myself Into a Facility’
"I apologize to MLB, all the fans, and this country I love so much for that rendition," the country star wrote.
Ingrid Andress sings the national anthem prior to the 2024 T-Mobile Home Run Derby at Globe Life Field on Monday, July 15, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.
Ingrid Andress is leveling with her fan base after going viral Monday (July 15) for her televised performance of the national anthem at the Home Run Derby in Arlington, Texas, revealing in a statement posted the following day that she was drunk on the field and plans to voluntarily seek rehab treatment.
“I’m not gonna bulls–t y’all,” she began in her post on X, written in stark white text layered over a black background. “I was drunk last night. I’m checking myself into a facility today to get the help I need. That was not me last night.”
“I apologize to MLB, all the fans, and this country I love so much for that rendition,” she continued. “I’ll let y’all know how rehab is I hear it’s super fun.”
“xo, Ingrid,” Andress signed off the note.
The message follows an outpouring of harsh criticism from viewers who saw the country star perform the “Star-Spangled Banner” moments before the baseball event kicked off. The rendition viewers saw was full of missed notes, pitchiness and questionable runs, and a few players appeared to be holding back laughter when cameras cut to them.
Billboard has reached out to Andress’ reps for additional comment.
Hours prior to her performance, the “More Hearts Than Mine” singer announced that she has a new song slated to arrive later this month. “Greetings to everyone that has a pulse,” she wrote. “I truly love you all so much. I’ve been absent for a minute, but I’m so stoked to announce that my new single ‘Colorado 9’ comes out on July 24th.”
See Andress’ statement below.
