## Super Bowl LIX Pregame Entertainment Announced: Jon Batiste to Perform National Anthem
**Los Angeles, Calif.** – The NFL has announced that Grammy Award-winning musician Jon Batiste will perform the national anthem before Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
### Batiste’s Accolades and Significance
Batiste is a renowned jazz pianist, singer, and composer who has won 11 Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year for his 2021 release, “We Are.” He is also known for his work as the bandleader of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” and for his collaborations with artists such as Stevie Wonder, Prince, and Beyoncé.
Batiste’s selection as the national anthem performer for Super Bowl LIX is a testament to his musical talent and his ability to inspire audiences. His performance will undoubtedly be a memorable moment that sets the stage for one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year.
### Other Pregame Entertainment Highlights
In addition to Batiste’s national anthem performance, Super Bowl LIX will feature several other pregame entertainment highlights:
* **Coin Toss:** Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis will perform the coin toss. Bettis, a former running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers, rushed for over 13,600 yards and scored 91 touchdowns during his NFL career.
* **Flyover:** The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will perform a flyover during the pregame festivities. The Thunderbirds are an elite demonstration squadron that showcases the capabilities of the U.S. Air Force.
* **Pregame Show:** The Super Bowl Pregame Show will be hosted by NFL Network’s Rich Eisen, Steve Mariucci, and Michael Irvin. The show will provide analysis and commentary on the game and feature interviews with players and coaches.
### Super Bowl LIX: The Matchup
Super Bowl LIX will pit the Cincinnati Bengals against the Los Angeles Rams. The Bengals, led by quarterback Joe Burrow and wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, are making their first Super Bowl appearance since 1989. The Rams, led by quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Cooper Kupp, are seeking their second Super Bowl title in three years.
The game is expected to be a close and competitive matchup between two of the NFL’s most talented teams. The pregame entertainment will provide a fitting prelude to what is sure to be a memorable Super Bowl experience.