Gina Heslop
At Super Bowl LIX, something unexpected happened when the cameras turned to Donald Trump during the national anthem.
The 78-year-old president attended the game at the New Orleans Superdome, making history as the first sitting U.S. president to be present at a Super Bowl. The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles were about to face off, and excitement filled the stadium.
As part of the pre-game ceremony, Grammy-winning artist Jon Batiste performed the American national anthem. While he sang, the camera briefly showed Trump sitting in the stands with his daughter, Ivanka. This moment quickly became a topic of conversation among fans watching both in the stadium and at home.
Many people reacted to the scene, but it wasn’t clear if the crowd was cheering or booing Trump. Social media was soon flooded with comments from people debating the reaction.
Some viewers thought they heard boos, with one person saying, “Y’all didn’t boo at Donald Trump loud enough.” Another wrote, “That was pretty bad to show Trump during the anthem. It forced me and half of America to boo.”
Others, however, weren’t sure. One user asked, “Did they cheer or boo Trump? Difficult to tell.” Another echoed the confusion, asking, “Did they boo or cheer Trump at the #SuperBowlLIX?”
Before the game, Trump released a statement expressing his excitement about attending. He said he was looking forward to watching two great teams compete for the Vince Lombardi Trophy. He praised the players for their dedication and hard work, calling their journeys “inspiring.”
He also spoke about the importance of football in American culture, saying it unites families, friends, and communities. Trump also mentioned his commitment to restoring fairness in sports and providing equal opportunities for athletes.
Despite the focus on the game, Trump’s presence and the mixed crowd reaction added another layer of drama to the event.
Whether people were cheering or booing, his attendance made headlines and became a major talking point of the night.
