Frightening Scene As National Anthem Singer Rushed To Hospital After Collapsing While Performing At Rays-White Sox Game

Chaney was also supposed to sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” after the Black national anthem. 

The game was delayed by 12 minutes due to Chaney’s unfortunate ordeal. Chicago eventually lost 8-3.

White Sox Share Updates On Gerald Chaney

The White Sox have since released a statement regarding the incident, noting that Chaney was alert while on his way to the hospital.

“The White Sox longtime anthem performer, Gerald Chaney, experienced a medical emergency while singing during pregame tonight,” they shared in a tweet.” He received treatment by EMTs at the ballpark and was alert prior to being transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.” 

“The entire White Sox family is sending love to Gerald and his family for a full and speedy recovery,” the team added.

White Sox reporter Brooke Fletcher has also offered an update on Chaney, claiming he was even singing at the hospital. 

“Update on the singer who collapsed pregame. I’m told he experienced a medical emergency while performing, was treated by EMTs and is alert. He was transported to the hospital for treatment,” she wrote.

A follow-up tweet read:

“An update on Gerald Chaney: he is doing well (and even singing) as he continues to recover and undergo evaluation at the hospital.”

TPS extends well-wishes to Gerald Chaney. We hope for a speedy discharge.