Jim Cornelison
United StatesartistMale9.0Global Dominance: 0.02%Jim Cornelison is a celebrated tenor known for his powerful vocal performances at major sporting events in Chicago, including his role as the Chicago Bears' national anthem singer since 2010. He has also performed at Chicago Blackhawks games and sung 'Back Home Again in Indiana' at the Indianapolis 500. Beyond sports, Cornelison has an extensive background in opera, having trained at the Lyric Opera Center for American Artists, and he has performed in renowned opera houses worldwide. His patriotic performances often resonate with fans, as demonstrated during a recent Monday Night Football game where he captivated the audience with his rendition of the national anthem.
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Jim Cornelison singing the national anthem on the 10th anniversary of the attacks is described as the best national anthem performance ever.
Fans fume at NFL for being 'un-American,' Sophie the sex symbol & the greatest post-9/11 national anthem everUnited States· 2026-09-12
Jim Cornelison performed his epic rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner' at Soldier Field.
NFL news: Rams, Bears players have frenzied reaction to national anthemUnited States· 2026-01-22
Jim Cornelison helped give the NFC Divisional Round matchup between the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams a big game feel with his rendition of the U.S. national anthem.
Bears-Rams playoff game starts off with epic anthem performenceUnited States· 2026-01-19
Jim Cornelison is a dramatic tenor who usually sings 'The Star-Spangled Banner' for sporting events in Chicago.
NFL national anthem performance rocks fansUnited States· 2025-09-09
