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Charlie Puth Delivers Stirring Anthem at Super Bowl 2026; Seahawks Win Title

Charlie Puth opened Super Bowl LX with a polished, piano-backed rendition of the national anthem. The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29-13 to win their second championship. The event featured a halftime show by Bad Bunny and pre-game performances by artists including Brandi Carlile and Green Day. The game was also a celebrity spectacle, with numerous stars in attendance and featured in commercials.

Key Points: Super Bowl 2026: Charlie Puth Anthem, Seahawks Win, Celebrities

  • Charlie Puth performed the anthem on piano
  • Seahawks beat Patriots 29-13 for 2nd title
  • Bad Bunny headlined halftime show
  • Star-studded celebrity audience attended
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Super Bowl 2026: Charlie Puth delivers stirring national anthem performance

Charlie Puth performed the national anthem at Super Bowl LX. The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29-13. See the halftime show and celebrity attendees.

"his upcoming music reflects a life markedly different from when earlier hits were released - Charlie Puth to The Hollywood Reporter"

California, February 9

Charlie Puth set the tone for Super Bowl LX with a polished and emotionally resonant rendition of the US National Anthem, opening the 2026 championship game at Levi's Stadium with a performance that blended musical restraint and technical finesse.

Before either the New England Patriots or the Seattle Seahawks took the field in the title clash, the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter delivered 'The Star-Spangled Banner' in his signature style, accompanying himself on the piano.

Backed by a full band, Puth's measured interpretation culminated as joint Navy and Air Force aircraft flew over the stadium, bringing the pre-game ceremony to a dramatic close, as per the Hollywood Reporter.

Puth's appearance placed him among a high-profile lineup of Super Bowl LX pre-show performers.

Brandi Carlile performed 'America the Beautiful,' Coco Jones sang 'Lift Every Voice and Sing,' and Green Day led the broader pre-game performance slate.

The entertainment continued into the main event with global star Bad Bunny confirmed as the headliner for the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show.

As with most Super Bowls, the event doubled as a showcase of celebrity culture and advertising spectacle.

Several stars appeared in commercials aired during the broadcast, including Sabrina Carpenter, Emma Stone in a campaign.

Off the screen, a long list of celebrities were spotted inside Levi's Stadium, among them Jay-Z, Adam Sandler, Travis Kelce, Travis Scott, Keke Palmer, Jon Bon Jovi, Justin and Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, 21 Savage, Tracy Morgan, Daniel Radcliffe, Rob Lowe, Russell Wilson, Ciara and J Balvin, as per the Hollywood Reporter.

The anthem performance comes amid a transitional phase in Puth's career.

Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter in an earlier interview, the 'We Don't Talk Anymore' singer hinted at an evolution in his songwriting, ahead of releasing his new track 'Beat Yourself Up' in mid-January.

He noted that his upcoming music reflects a life markedly different from when earlier hits such as 'One Call Away' and 'See You Again' were released.

As for the NFL, the Seattle Seahawks won Super Bowl LX (60) on February 8, 2026, defeating the New England Patriots with a final score of 29-13.

Played at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, the game served as a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX and earned the Seahawks their second championship in franchise history.

- ANI

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Priya S
The scale of the Super Bowl is just mind-boggling. The aircraft flyover, the star-studded audience... it's a cultural spectacle. I wonder if India could ever host a sporting event with this level of production and celebrity pull. Our IPL comes close in passion, but the glamour is different.
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Rohit P
Good for Charlie Puth! But reading this, I can't help but think of our own national anthem. It gives me goosebumps every time. "Jana Gana Mana" has a depth and history that is unmatched. Respect to all anthems, though.
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Sarah B
The article mentions it's a showcase for advertising and celebrity culture. It feels a bit excessive, no? So much money and focus on the show around the game, rather than the sport itself. The Seahawks' victory seems almost like a footnote.
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Vikram M
Interesting to see the mix of performers. Brandi Carlile, Coco Jones, Green Day... it's quite diverse. In India, for a big cricket final, we might have a Bollywood star or a popular playback singer. The American approach of having multiple acts is cool.
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Karthik V
As a music producer, I appreciate the technical finesse mentioned. Performing live on such a stage with a full band and hitting those notes under pressure is no joke. Charlie Puth has solid chops. Wonder if any Indian artists will get a Super Bowl slot one day!

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