Alex Cooper Gets Booed During Baseball Anthem Performance

During the seventh-inning stretch at a game between the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field, the popular podcast host Alex Cooper was met with loud boos while singing “Take Me Out to the Ball Game.”

The jeering began before Cooper even started speaking and intensified as she performed off-key with two friends acting as backup dancers. Despite her lighthearted attitude, Cooper appeared to find the moment humorous and laughed as she sang. She did not share her performance on social media but instead promoted her hydration drink, Unwell Hydration, during her visit to Chicago.

Alex Cooper at Wrigley Field — Cooper’s unconventional rendition of the anthem drew mixed reactions from fans. Some expressed displeasure in comments, calling her performance “disgusting” and suggesting she should be banned from Wrigley Field. Others found the moment amusing, though many fans commented on its awkwardness online.

One social media comment read, “It’s an HONOR to sing the 7th inning stretch. Curious as to why you turned it into a joke??? 😢,” reflecting disappointment about her approach.

Fans’ reactions varied, with some saying, “You should be banned from Wrigley cuz that performance made me physically ill,” and others questioning her taste and intentions. Despite the backlash, Cooper maintained a casual stance, sharing her experience privately and shifting focus to her brand promotion.

Alex Cooper smiling after the game — Cooper chose not to post her performance but shared a smiling photo from the event, promoting her brand instead.

Known for her lucrative deals, Cooper recently transitioned from Spotify to SiriusXM in a reported $125 million contract. She also revealed turning down an $8 million influencer partnership, emphasizing the importance of integrity over lucrative offers.