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Jon Stewart visited The Late Show to honor Stephen Colbert’s final episode, trading anecdotes from their Daily Show days, joking about CBS’s cancellation, and presenting Colbert with two luxury recliners before Andra Day performed Rise Up to close the segment.
On The Late Show’s final week, Jon Stewart reunited with Stephen Colbert and presented two luxury recliners as gifts, joking that one would be used to watch Matlock, before Andra Day surprised Colbert with a live performance of Rise Up; Stewart reflected on Colbert’s impact, recalled a David Letterman nugget about cancellation, and teased the sendoff as Bruce Springsteen is lined up as a future musical guest while the show winds toward its finale.
Jon Stewart surprised Stephen Colbert on The Late Show’s final episodes by unveiling two motorized recliners that lift the hosts into view, then Andra Day walked out to perform Rise Up in a poignant moment between longtime friends as Colbert prepares to end the show on May 21.
Oscar-nominated actor Andra Day has been cast as Athena in the second season of Disney+'s "Percy Jackson and the Olympians." The announcement was made at D23 in Brazil, with Day joining new cast members Tamara Smart and Daniel Diemer, alongside returning regulars. The new season, based on "The Sea of Monsters," follows Percy Jackson as he navigates challenges at Camp Half-Blood and ventures into the Sea of Monsters. Production began in Vancouver in August.
Andra Day has been cast as Athena, the mother of Annabeth, in the upcoming 'Percy Jackson' series.
Andra Day has been cast as Athena in the second season of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians." Athena is a key character in the series, being the mother of Annabeth Chase, a close friend of Percy Jackson. Day, known for her acclaimed role in "The United States vs. Billie Holiday," will bring her acting talents to the Disney series, which continues to follow Percy Jackson's adventures as he navigates challenges at Camp Half-Blood and beyond.
Conservative commentator Megyn Kelly criticized the performance of the Black national anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing," at the Super Bowl, stating that it doesn't belong there. The song, with its roots in Black American history and empowerment, has gained renewed attention amid racial justice movements. The NFL's inclusion of the anthem in pre-game ceremonies has been praised for exposing people to an important part of Black history, despite Kelly's controversial remarks being swiftly called out for racism.
Tennessee Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen criticized the Super Bowl LVIII crowd for not standing during the black national anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing," sung by Andra Day. Cohen, who represents a district with a significant black population, expressed disappointment and explained that he stands for both anthems but believes the history and verbiage of the national anthem relate to slavery. This incident follows years of controversy in the NFL over players kneeling during the national anthem, and Cohen has a history of controversial tweets about race relations.
Democratic congressman Steve Cohen criticized Super Bowl fans for not standing during the performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing," known as the "Black National Anthem," calling it "not a very pretty picture." The decision to perform the song at the Super Bowl stirred debate on social media, with critics arguing that the nation has only one true national anthem. The performance was part of the league's renewed emphasis on racial justice causes. Rep. Matt Gaetz and "1619 Project" founder Nikole Hannah-Jones also weighed in on the controversy.
Andra Day revealed that she had refrained from singing the National Anthem until she could perform the Black National Anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing." She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent her ancestors and the present, emphasizing the song's universal significance. Day also discussed her nervousness and preparation for the Super Bowl performance, acknowledging the support of her team and the impact of the event.
Andra Day revealed that she had refrained from singing the National Anthem until she could perform the Black National Anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing," which she did at the Super Bowl. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity and emphasized the hymn's significance. Day also discussed her nervousness and preparation for the performance, and reflected on the intense experiences of awards shows and the Super Bowl.
Andra Day's performance of the Black national anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing," at Super Bowl LVIII sparked controversy on social media, with some criticizing the NFL for including it in the pregame festivities. Critics argued that there is only one national anthem for all Americans, while supporters highlighted the song's significance in the fight against racial injustice. The NFL began playing the Black national anthem in 2020 following George Floyd's death, and Day expressed her hope that the performance would create a beautiful, spiritual moment for everyone.
The 2024 Super Bowl pregame entertainment lineup will feature Reba McEntire singing the national anthem, Post Malone performing "America the Beautiful," and Andra Day singing "Lift Every Voice and Sing." The halftime show will be headlined by eight-time Grammy Award winner Usher. The game will be broadcast on CBS and Nickelodeon, with streaming available on Paramount+.
Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas will feature a star-studded lineup of performers, including Usher headlining the halftime show, Reba McEntire singing the national anthem, Post Malone performing "America the Beautiful," Andra Day singing "Lift Every Voice and Sing," and in-game DJ Kaskade providing entertainment during breaks. The event will also feature American Sign Language performances for all pregame and halftime entertainment, and will be available to watch on CBS, Nickelodeon, and Paramount+.
Singer Andra Day is set to perform "Lift Every Voice and Sing," known as the Black national anthem, at the start of the 2024 Super Bowl. The song, written by James Weldon Johnson in 1900, has been associated with the Civil Rights Movement and has sparked some controversy. Andra Day will join other performers such as Reba McEntire and Post Malone for pregame performances, and the event will also feature an American Sign Language performance of the song.