Former NFL player Ron Gronkowski talks about the “Kick of Destiny” during a news conference at the Phoenix Convention Center on Feb. 8, 2023. News Fan Duel Set On Radio Row
Former NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski is no stranger to the spotlight. He spent most of his 11-year career providing incredible quotes, dancing, and basking in the limelight with his quarterback Tom Brady.
Even in retirement, Gronkowski’s determination to be a showman has persisted. He’s appeared on numerous podcasts, become a football analyst for FOX, been a guest host for New Year’s Eve in Times Square, and now in 2023, he’s got a college bowl game named after him.
The LA Bowl, which had previously been hosted by Jimmy Kimmel the last two years, is making a change. In October this year, the LA Bowl signed a deal with Gronkowski to have the former All-Pro tight end host the game for many years to come.
With Gronkowski at the helm, we should expect some antics throughout the broadcast. However, we’ve already been given a huge shock as Gronk has announced he will be singing the national anthem for the game as well as dancing during the broadcast.
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Can Gronk sing?
Gronk dancing is no new spectacle. We’ve seen him grind and twerk many, many times over the last decade and a half. Not many people know about his wonderful pipes though.
During his first retirement, Gronk appeared on Season 3 of The Masked Singer.
You can be the judge on whether or not his vocals are good enough for a national anthem. Most of his songs were fast-paced with quick lyrics. He did not provide the type of vocals you’d expect from someone who was set to sing the Star-Spangled Banner before a football game.
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Publish date : 2023-12-12 01:22:20
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