Overview

• Ingrid Andress performed a widely criticized rendition of the national anthem while intoxicated at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby, leading her to seek treatment for alcohol issues.
• The singer admitted to drinking heavily before the performance, which she described as her 'worst moment,' and issued a public apology the following day.
• She spent over a month in rehab and six months living quietly in Colorado, focusing on personal growth and addressing unresolved grief and career challenges.
• Andress received support from fellow country artists, including Elle King and Kelsea Ballerini, as well as Carlos Santana, who offered encouragement and collaboration opportunities.
• She has since returned to the spotlight with a successful national anthem performance at a Colorado Avalanche game and the release of her introspective new single, 'Footprints.'