Amanda Gorman To Become First Poet To Perform at Super Bowl

Amanda Gorman, the National Youth Poet Laureate who delivered a powerful performance of "The Hill We Climb" at the presidential inauguration, is set to become the first-ever poet to recite at a Super Bowl. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that the 22-year-old will showcase an original work to kick off the big event.

The stage will air at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. According to CNN, the poem will spotlight three honorary captains – educator Trimaine Davis, nurse manager Suzie Dorner and veteran James Martin – "who served as leaders in their respective communities during the global pandemic."

"During this incredibly challenging time in our lives, Trimaine, Suzie and James have exemplified the essence of leadership, each in their own way. We are grateful for their commitment and proud to share their stories and recognize them during this special moment on Super Bowl Sunday," Goodell shared in a statement.

Gorman took to Instagram to express her excitement for the upcoming performance. "What’s most exciting for me isn’t just the placement of poetry at the forefront of the most-watched U.S. television broadcast, but that this poem will honor three heroes who have served their communities during the coronavirus pandemic," she commented. "When I was called with the idea of honoring these three amazing change-makers, I was so touched by their altruism... After all that hard work and the weeks of writing, I’m so ready for the ode to these three warriors to kick off the Super Bowl."

Super Bowl LV is scheduled to kick off at 6:30 p.m. EST on February 7.

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