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Who will sing the national anthem for World Series Game 4? – NBC New York

The Los Angeles Dodgers enter the World Series on Tuesday night with a commanding 3-0 lead over the New York Yankees. But Game 4 at Yankee Stadium promises to be a show, if only because of the singing talent on the field.

After a beautiful rendition of the national anthem Monday night by Leslie Odom Jr., many are wondering who will sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” for Game 4?

The answer is music star and actress Ashanti.

Who will sing the national anthem for World Series Game 4?

Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Ashanti will sing the national anthem for Game 4 of the World Series on Tuesday at approximately 7:55 p.m.



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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 02: Ashanti attends Fat Joe & Friends In Concert at Apollo Theater on April 02, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images)

Who is Ashanti?

Ashanti has been a music star for more than two decades, winning a Grammy Award and receiving eight Grammy nominations. She had two Billboard number one hits, including the single “Foolish” and a collaboration with Ja Rule “Always On Time.” Both songs were released in 2002. She also had the 2002 hit “What's Luv?” with Fat Joe, which reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100.

She is also the CEO of Written Entertainment, a New York City-based music label she founded.

Ashanti has continued to perform and release music and has appeared in a number of television programs and films.

A native New Yorker, she was born in Glen Cove, New York and attended Glen Cove High School.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 04: Ja Rule and Ashanti perform on stage during the Macy's fireworks display celebrating the 247th Independence Day of the United States on July 04, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)


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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 04: Ja Rule and Ashanti perform on stage during the Macy's fireworks display celebrating the 247th Independence Day of the United States on July 04, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – MAY 12: Ja Rule, Ashanti and DJ Cassidy attend Pass The Mic Live at Prudential Center on May 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)


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NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – MAY 12: Ja Rule, Ashanti and DJ Cassidy attend Pass The Mic Live at Prudential Center on May 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Are Ashanti and Nelly married?

Ashanti is part of a music-heavy couple after marrying singer Nelly in December 2023, PEOPLE reported.

Nelly has won three Grammy Awards himself throughout his music career.

Ashanti and Nelly welcomed a child into their family in July.

Who will play “God Bless America” at the World Series for Game4?

Actress and singer Shoshana Bean will perform “God Bless America” during Game 4 of the World Series.

Bean is currently starring in Alicia Keys' hit Broadway musical “Hell's Kitchen.” For her work in “Mr. Saturday Night” and “Hell's Kitchen” she was nominated for two Tonys. She also starred in “Wicked” and “Waitress” on Broadway, among a number of other acting credits.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 13: Shoshana Bean performs on stage during Family Equality's Night at the Pier on May 13, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Family Equality)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 13: Shoshana Bean performs on stage during Family Equality's Night at the Pier on May 13, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Family Equality)

When is Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series Game 4?

The Dodgers and Yankees will be back at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday, October 29th.

When does Game 4 of the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series begin?

First pitch is scheduled for 5:08 p.m. PT.

Which TV channel is Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series Game 4 on?

Dodgers-Yankees Game 4 will air on Fox.

How to live stream Game 4 of the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series

The action can also be streamed on FoxSports.com and the Fox Sports app.

Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series schedule

Here's a look at the remaining World Series schedule (* = if necessary):

Game 4: Dodgers at Yankees, Oct. 29, 5:08 p.m. PT

Game 5*: Dodgers at Yankees, Oct. 30, 5:08 p.m. PT

Game 6*: Yankees at Dodgers, Nov. 1, 5:08 p.m. PT

Game 7*: Yankees at Dodgers, Nov. 2, 5:08 p.m. PT

How many World Series sweeps were there?

The Dodgers are looking to become the 22nd team to win the World Series.

When was the last World Series sweep?

As previously mentioned, the last World Series win was the Giants' 2012 championship win over the Tigers.

Has a team ever come from behind 3-0 to win the World Series?

Only one team in MLB history has overcome a 3-0 playoff series deficit, but that was not the case in the World Series.

The 2004 Boston Red Sox erased a 3-0 ALCS deficit against the Yankees en route to winning the franchise's first championship since 1918.