The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced Thursday, May 14, that Jordin Sparks will sing the national anthem at the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500.
These are some of the other artists who have performed the national anthem at the Indy 500 over the years.
Who will sing the national anthem at the 2026 Indianapolis 500?
Jordin Sparks will return for the third time to sing the National Anthem at the Indianapolis 500 on May 24, 2026.
2025 Indy 500 – Natalie Grant
2024 Indy 500 – Jordin Sparks
2023 Indy 500 – Jewel
2022 Indy 500 – Jordan Fisher
2021 Indy 500 – Jimmie Allen
2020 Indy 500 – Dr. Elvis Francois and Dr. William Robinson
2019 Indy 500 – Kelly Clarkson
2018 Indy 500 – Kelly Clarkson
2017 Indy 500 – Bebe Rexha
2016 Indy 500 – Darius Rucker
2015 Indy 500 – Jordin Sparks
2014 Indy 500 – LeeAnn Rimes
2013 Indy 500 – Sandi Patty
2012 Indy 500 – Martina McBride
2011 Indy 500 – Kelly Clarkson and Seal
Others who have performed the national anthem at the Indianapolis 500
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