Mickey Guyton on What It Means to Perform at Super Bowl: 'I Never Thought It Was a Possibility' (Exclusive)

Kevin Costner is remembering his late The Bodyguard co-star Whitney Houston.

Kevin Costner is looking back on his sweet friendship with the late Whitney Houston.

NAACP Image Awards has officially been kicked off! As usual, this year's ceremony honoring people of color across television, music, literature and film is preceded by a week-long celebration, with five nights of virtual awards leading up to Saturday's live telecast.Hosted by returning emcee and seven-time NAACP Image Awards winner Anthony Anderson, the ceremony will include Issa Rae, Kerry Washington, LL Cool J, Morgan Freeman, Questlove, Tiffany Haddish, Zendaya and more presenting awards, while Samuel L. Jackson accepts the NAACP Chairman's Award and Nikole Hannah-Jones, the Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of the 1619 Project, receives the Social Justice Impact Award.The preceding non-televised nights will be hosted by actor and comedian Affion Crockett, with awards presented by Cory Hardrict, Demetrius Shipp Jr., Khleo Thomas, Lori Harvey, Wendy Raquel Robinson and more.

It's been over a decade since the world lost Whitney Houston. On Feb. 11, 2012, the GRAMMY-winning superstar died of drowning and the effects of atherosclerotic heart disease and cocaine use.

Loose Women returned to our screens today following an emotional show dedicated to Jamal Edwards.

Mickey Guyton ran into Prince Harry at Super Bowl LVI on Sunday, and snapped a cute picture with the royal.Guyton sang the national anthem at this year's Super Bowl, while Harry attended the big game at Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles with his cousin, Princess Eugenie. The 38-year-old country singer tweeted a picture of her with Harry, rocking a red-and-white track suit while a masked-up Harry also kept it casual in jeans, a T-shirt and a blazer.«I met Prince Harry. He was just lovely,» Guyton wrote.

Mickey Guyton just made her mark at the big game.

Time to cash in! Mickey Guyton sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Super Bowl LVI on Sunday, February 13, and her performance clocked in at one minute and 51 seconds.

Country star Mickey Guyton — resplendent in royal blue — united the players, the crowd and the country with her performance of the national anthem at the Super Bowl on Sunday.Backed by a choir that, despite being decked out in all white, represented the diversity of America, the 38-year-old singer turned “The Star-Spangled Banner” into a musical statement about joining together and embracing each other’s differences. As a black female country artist who has had to overcome racism in the predominantly white male genre, it was a telling moment that she seized.Beginning the national anthem a cappella, Guyton let the purity of her voice ring through Sofi Stadium in Inglewood, California before the Los Angeles Rams faced off against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Mickey Guyton, 38, was gorgeous when she stepped out in front of the Super Bowl 2022 audience at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA on Feb. 13 to sing a memorable version of the “The Star-Spangled Banner.” The singer wore a royal blue long-sleeved dress and stood in front of an American flag and a group of background singers all wearing white as she belted out the lyrics to one of the most popular songs in the USA. She had her long hair wavy and down and showed off her powerful vocals as she wowed the crowd at the SoFi Stadium as well as viewers watching from all over the world.

Kicking off the night the right way! Mickey Guyton showed off her vocal chops when she performed the national anthem at Super Bowl LVI on Sunday, February 13.

Chris Willman Music WriterUnofficially, at least, the United States has three national anthems now, not just one … which allowed three musical all-star artists — Mickey Guyton, Jhené Aiko and Mary Mary — to shine in the immediate run-up to Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles Sunday.Much-lauded country singer Guyton was in pole position just before the game to sing “The Star Spangled Banner,” as she has on many occasions before. Although a pianist was seen, Guyton’s version was for all intents and purposes a cappella, joined by a choir shortly before she gave Frances Scott Key’s tune a galvanizing key change.In a way, Guyton’s appearance was an act of symbolic consolidation, on top of just picking the rare current name act who’s capable of the vocal job.

“Black Like Me” at the Grammys, was the first African-American woman to co-host the ACM Awards and rocked a supersize Afro when she did “Love My Hair” at the CMAs.Now, the 38-year-old singer — whose debut album, “Remember Her Name,” is up for three Grammys in April — will have another memorable moment when she performs the national anthem at the Super Bowl on Sunday. “It’s Black History Month, and a black country singer gets to sing the national anthem at the Super Bowl. Wow,” Guyton told The Post. “This is a huge moment for me.

Country trailblazer! Mickey Guyton will take the stage at Super Bowl LVI to sing the national anthem on Sunday, February 13 — and she has a pretty personal connection to the song.

Whitney Houston delivered an unforgettable performance of «The Star-Spangled Banner» ahead of Super Bowl XXV that was ingrained in the public consciousness. Now — on the 10th anniversary of her untimely death and 31 years after her iconic performance -- America is taking a look back at that unforgettable moment.Rocking an understated white track suit, Houston — who was only 27 at the time — stepped out onto the field at Tampa Stadium and belted out a rendition of the national anthem that brought down the house.The performance served to open one of the most-watched events of the year, with nearly 80 million people tuning in to watch the game, and thus experiencing the power of her voice and the impact of her delivery.The appearance came at a pivotal point in the arc of Houston's career.

Whitney Houston’s impact is felt a decade after her death. On Feb. 11, 2012, the GRAMMY-winning superstar died of drowning, and effects of atherosclerotic heart disease and cocaine use.

Clapping back! As Mickey Guyton prepares for her Super Bowl singing debut, she has been met with criticism about her casting choice. Now, she’s responding to the online messages.

Maren Morris is the friend you’d want in your corner. The 31-year-old country star posted a loving message of support for pal Mickey Guyton, 38, after the fellow singer revealed she was receiving nasty messages about her upcoming Super Bowl performance pertaining to her race.

Gwen Stefani couldn't contain her excitement when she took to Instagram with a message for fans on Tuesday.The No Doubt singer shared a stunning selfie alongside a passionate message about some upcoming plans with her husband, Blake Shelton.MORE: Blake Shelton pays heartfelt tribute to Gwen Stefani as he brands them 'couple goals' In the snapshot, Gwen was onboard a private jet and dressed down and looking stunning in a casual flannel shirt and with her hair in a topknot. WATCH: Gwen Stefani stuns in festive fashion show She captioned the post: "Can't believe @blakeshelton and I are gonna be on stage this week! See you all at @sbmusicfest on Friday."Gwen was referring to her performance at the Super Bowl with Blake - and it looked like she was on her way to LA.MORE: Blake Shelton sparks emotional reaction after duet with young boy who needs heart transplant Exclusive: Blake Shelton's 'real' character revealed by Cassadee Pope to HELLO!Her fans went wild and commented: "CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU GUYS," and another added: "Awww omg so excited for you and Blake!! wish I could be there but I'll see you next month in Houston."A post shared by Gwen Stefani (@gwenstefani)Gwen and Blake are performing together at the Bud Light Super Bowl Music FestOthers couldn't get over her appearance and said how much they adored her full lashes and her nude lipstick too.Gwen and Blake will appear on stage for the Bud Light Super Bowl Music Fest taking place in Los Angeles ahead of the 2022 Super Bowl.MORE: Gwen Stefani's rare picture of Blake Shelton has to be seen to be believedMORE: Blake Shelton reveals why he married Gwen Stefani – and fans are in tearsThey will be joined by Mickey Guyton for the show on Friday 11 February while Machine Gun