Before an NBA game in London, the atmosphere inside the O2 Arena was lively as fans gathered to watch the Orlando Magic face the Memphis Grizzlies in a regular-season matchup. As part of the pre-game ceremony, singer Vanessa Williams stepped forward to perform the U.S. national anthem. The arena grew quiet, setting a formal tone — until an unexpected shout from the crowd briefly broke the moment.
A man in the audience called out a remark referencing former U.S. President Donald Trump’s past comments about Greenland. Though the interruption lasted only seconds, it was clearly heard and prompted mixed reactions, including scattered boos followed by louder cheers. Williams remained composed, continued her performance without pause, and was met with applause at the anthem’s conclusion. The brief outburst quickly became a topic of conversation among fans in attendance and viewers online.
