Post Malone and Reba McEntire kicked off the festivities in style at Sunday's pregame for Super Bowl LVIII.
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The atmosphere at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas was exuberant as the Chiefs and 49ers prepared to duel for a big Super Bowl victory.
In the middle of the field, American singer Post Malone, guitar in hand, sang a sweet and simple version of the song America The Beautiful to start the evening.
It's impossible to miss Taylor Swift and Blake Lively hugging and dancing gently to the guitar vocal track. Many wondered if Taylor Swift would arrive in time to see her lover Travis Kelce at the Super Bowl after visiting Tokyo from her tour.
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A large American flag was then unfurled in the stadium to welcome country star Reba McEntire, who sang the American national anthem in front of emotional and thoughtful players.
A controlled performance that ended with a big smile.
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Once again, Taylor Swift and Blake Lively hand on heart caught the camera's attention.
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The halftime show will be provided by Usher.