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Singer Karina Pasian slammed over outfit during US national anthem at first-ever NFL game in Spain
The 34-year-old Grammy-nominated singer’s attire drew sharp criticism from NFL fans, who commented under a video of her performance posted on X by the NFL that Pasian’s outfit overshadowed
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Who is Karina Pasian? US national anthem singer criticized over outfit choice at NFL game in Spain
Karina Pasian is a 34-year-old singer based in Madrid, Spain. The singer, who was born in New York City, reportedly started working with a vocal coach as early as when she was just 8. She further got admission at the Professional Performing Arts School. The Dominican-American singer released her debut album, titled First Love, back in August 2008.
Karina Pasian was tapped to sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" ahead of the Miami Dolphins and Washington Commanders game in Spain, but drew blowback for her outfit choice.
Despite an estimated 11 million fans, Spain’s NFL culture still feels niche, and Sunday’s game in Madrid is about growing that fanbase.
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