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When Jennifer Hudson stepped onto the MetLife Stadium pitch to sing the American <a href="https://todaytrendnews7.com/ford-calls-for-national-firefighting-strategy-lambasts-trump-comments/” title=”Ford calls for national firefighting strategy, lambasts Trump comments”>national anthem before Sunday’s World Cup final kickoff, she wanted to leave team rivalries behind
“When FIFA invited me to represent one of this year’s host nations in performing the U.S. national anthem, I was beyond honored and knew I wanted the moment to celebrate the unity that World Cup is all about,” said Hudson. “Music has always been the universal language, and undoubtedly one of the many heartbeats of any soccer game. The singing and cheering lit up the stadium,” she added. “I loved watching the incredible passion of the fans and the commitment to the amazing athletes in the field. I loved seeing how everyone showed up to represent their teams.”
And while Spain took home the FIFA trophy, the moment marked another win: for American fashion
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The singer and actress worked closely with stylist Law Roach, who led the creative direction for her custom Thom Browne look. Her white two-piece skirt suit featured a jacket with navy piping and lace-up detailing in the designer’s signature red, white and blue grosgrain ribbon. She accessorized with Tiffany & Co. jewelry, including Bird on a Rock 10-carat diamond earrings, a Bird on a Rock 12-carat diamond brooch, and Bird on a Rock and Lovebirds rings
“When you have one of the most iconic American voices opening the biggest sporting event in the world, the fashion has to rise to that moment,” said Roach. “ represents modern American design, Tiffany & Co. represents timeless American luxury, and Jennifer Hudson brought the unmistakable American voice. Together, it was a celebration of American excellence on the world’s biggest stage.”
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