Green Day to Kick Off Super Bowl 60 with Hometown Opening Act at Levi’s Stadium
The NFL is gearing up for the 60th anniversary of the Super Bowl with a special hometown opening act. Green Day has been chosen to kick off the big game with an opening ceremony at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The band, consisting of Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tré Cool, will pay tribute to six decades of Super Bowl history by performing some of their most iconic songs.
Lead singer Armstrong expressed his excitement about the opportunity to open Super Bowl 60 in their own backyard and welcome the MVPs who have left their mark on the game. The ceremony, set to air live on various networks, will be a celebration of football legends and fans worldwide. Green Day is ready to bring the energy and get the crowd pumped up for the game.
The NFL's senior director of event and game presentation, Tim Tubito, highlighted the significance of celebrating 60 years of Super Bowl history with a local band like Green Day. The opening ceremony promises to be a powerful start to Super Bowl LX, setting the stage for an unforgettable night for fans in the stadium and watching from home. The collaboration with NBC Sports will ensure a memorable collective celebration for all.
In addition to Green Day's performance, the pregame entertainment lineup includes Charlie Puth singing the national anthem, Brandi Carlile performing “America the Beautiful,” and Coco Jones delivering “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” The stage is set for a spectacular start to the 60th anniversary of the Super Bowl, with a mix of music and football legends coming together to kick off the historic event. Let the countdown to Super Bowl 60 begin!