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NFL Thanksgiving Halftime Performance: Fans Disappointed by Short Air Time of Lindsey Stirling’s Show
Dec
Lindsey Stirling, the talented dancer, violinist, and America’s Got Talent alum, expressed her disappointment after NBC aired a mere 10 seconds of her highly anticipated halftime performance during the NFL Thanksgiving game between the Green Bay Packers and Miami Dolphins. While Stirling and her dance troupe performed live at Lambeau Field, the network’s coverage focused more on a feature about Dolphins fullback Alec Ingold’s Green Bay roots, leaving fans upset by the brief showing of her performance.
Fans Express Frustration Over Limited Air Time of NFL Thanksgiving Halftime Show
Stirling’s heartfelt performance, which took place in the freezing cold, was a highlight for many viewers who tuned in for the NFL Thanksgiving spectacle. However, the broadcast cut away from the performance almost immediately, transitioning to commercials instead of showcasing the entire halftime show. Fans quickly took to social media to voice their frustration, with one Instagram user commenting, “We were excited to see Lindsey Stirling and stupid NBC played commercials instead.”
In response, Stirling apologized to her followers, expressing her gratitude to both the Green Bay Packers and the Packers’ fans for their warm reception at the stadium. She also acknowledged the disappointment of fans who were eagerly waiting to see her performance. “I’m sorry to all my fans who stayed up to watch. We performed our hearts out in the freezing cold for 6 minutes straight,” she posted on Instagram. She went on to thank the Packers for making her feel like royalty, stating, “Thank you to all the Green Bay fans for being so enthusiastic during our performance. It was a night I’ll never forget — my first stadium performance.”
Despite the short air time, Stirling’s fans showed immense support, flooding social media with positive messages. The artist even shared a humorous note about the cold weather affecting her performance, joking about a “floppy foot kick” due to numb legs.
NBC’s Thanksgiving Tradition: A Human-Interest Feature Over Performance Time
NBC, in its defense, stated that it has consistently featured in-depth human-interest stories during the halftime of Thanksgiving games, often followed by a brief clip of the live performance. However, the limited airtime left fans wanting more, especially considering the special nature of the NFL Thanksgiving broadcast.
Stirling, who first gained fame as a quarter-finalist on America’s Got Talent in 2010, is currently on her Snow Waltz Tour, bringing her incredible violin and dance performances across North America. Although Thanksgiving night’s performance was a highlight for her, fans may have to wait for future performances to see her in full action on a major stage.
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