Charlie Puth to Sing Super Bowl 60 National Anthem

Pop star follows in footsteps of Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, and other iconic anthem performers

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Pop singer-songwriter Charlie Puth has been selected to perform the national anthem at Super Bowl 60 in Santa Clara, California. Puth said he auditioned for the coveted gig by sending a demo to Roc Nation and plans to deliver a D-major arrangement that pays homage to Whitney Houston's legendary 1991 rendition while showcasing his own powerful vocals.

Why it matters

The Super Bowl national anthem has become one of the most watched live performances in the world, with past singers like Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, and Lady Gaga delivering iconic versions that are remembered for years. Puth's selection continues the NFL's trend of tapping major pop stars for the high-profile pregame slot, building anticipation for how he will put his own spin on 'The Star-Spangled Banner'.

The details

Puth, known for hits like 'See You Again' and 'Attention,' said he is aiming to deliver one of his best vocal performances for the Super Bowl 60 anthem. He plans to accompany himself on piano in a D-major arrangement that pays homage to Whitney Houston's acclaimed 1991 rendition, which is widely considered the gold standard for Super Bowl anthem performances.

  • Super Bowl 60 will take place on February 9, 2026 in Santa Clara, California.

The players

Charlie Puth

A Grammy-nominated pop singer-songwriter who has scored major hits like 'See You Again' and 'Attention'.

Roc Nation

The entertainment company founded by Jay-Z that oversees the selection of Super Bowl national anthem performers.

Whitney Houston

The legendary pop singer whose 1991 Super Bowl anthem performance is widely considered the best in the game's history.

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What they’re saying

“I auditioned for this by sending a demo to Roc Nation, and I'm so honored that they selected me. I plan to do a D-major arrangement that pays tribute to Whitney Houston's iconic performance, while also putting my own spin on it.”

— Charlie Puth (Instagram)

What’s next

Puth's performance at Super Bowl 60 will be closely watched to see how he handles the pressure of delivering one of the biggest live vocal performances of the year.

The takeaway

The selection of Charlie Puth to sing the Super Bowl 60 national anthem continues the NFL's trend of tapping major pop stars for the high-profile pregame slot, building anticipation for how he will put his own spin on this iconic musical moment.