Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile, and Coco Jones Set for 2026 Super Bowl Pregame Performances
The NFL has unveiled the artists who will lead its 2026 Super Bowl pregame ceremony, bringing together a cross-genre lineup of Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile, and Coco Jones for one of the most visible broadcast moments of the year. The announcement, made Sunday, confirms that Puth will perform the national anthem, Jones will deliver “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” and Carlile will present “America the Beautiful” ahead of Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8.
The game, which will air on NBC, Telemundo, and Peacock, marks the league’s continued effort to foreground a broad spectrum of American performers, following recent pregame appearances by Jon Batiste, Lauren Daigle, and Ledisi. It also arrives amid heightened attention to the production and cultural significance of Super Bowl entertainment, which now draws global audiences far beyond the traditional football-viewing base.
In a statement, Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez, whose company oversees the NFL’s live music programming, emphasized the significance of the 2026 roster. “Charlie, Brandi, and Coco are generational talents, and we are honored to have them, alongside our extraordinary deaf performers on Super Bowl LX’s world stage,” Perez said. “This moment embodies the very best of culture, live performance, and our country, perfectly kicking off game day.”
The inclusion of dedicated American Sign Language performers continues a trend established in recent years, but 2026 will expand that tradition further. Fred Beam will sign both the national anthem and “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” while Julian Ortiz will interpret “America the Beautiful.” In a Super Bowl first, the halftime program will also feature Puerto Rican Sign Language, performed by Celimar Rivera Cosme, reflecting the event’s growing commitment to multilingual accessibility.
For Puth, known for his meticulous musicality and prominent online presence, the booking marks one of the most high-profile live television moments of his career. The singer shared the news with a lighthearted social media video styled after his popular “music theory explained simply” series, punctuating the announcement with a mix of self-aware humor and visible excitement. “I can’t believe I’m saying this,” he wrote. “I will be performing the National Anthem at Super Bowl LX.”
Jones, whose star has continued to rise following her breakout success in music and acting, will become one of the youngest performers in recent Super Bowl pregame history. Her rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” will follow her Grammy-nominated work in R&B and her expanding profile as a live performer.
Carlile, a nine-time Grammy winner respected across Americana, folk, and rock circles, brings a seasoned presence to the lineup. Her performances at major televised events, including the Grammy Awards and various political inaugurations, have established her as one of the most reliable live vocalists in contemporary music. Her interpretation of “America the Beautiful” is expected to carry the emotional and sonic signature that has become central to her career.
NFL executive Jon Barker underscored the symbolic weight of the pregame ceremony in his announcement: “Super Bowl Sunday is the world’s biggest entertainment stage, and we’re proud to spotlight artists who embody the very best of music and culture. These performers help set the tone for a day that will captivate fans around the world.”
The pregame lineup joins Bad Bunny, previously announced as the 2026 halftime headliner. With the addition of Puth, Carlile, and Jones, the league has assembled a slate that reflects multiple generations, genres, and traditions, signaling another year in which the event aims to balance pop spectacle with cultural resonance.
Super Bowl LX kicks off Feb. 8, with full entertainment production details expected to roll out in the coming months.
