The Minnesota Vikings are all set to take on the field against the Los Angeles Chargers in their Week 8 Thursday night matchup. Scheduled to be played at the Sofi Stadium in Inglewood, California, the match is set to feature a lot more than just high-class football action. Among all other questions, including the team lineups, the formations, and other lies, one common query: Who will sing the Thursday night anthem? Here’s everything to know about Justin Guarini, his net worth, career earnings and more.

Who will perform the national anthems at Vikings vs. Chargers TNF?

The Thursday night game at Sofi Stadium is set to feature the renowned artist Justin Guarini, who will be singing the national anthem. Born in Columbus, Georgia, Guarini had a breakthrough in 2002 by becoming the runner-up on the first season of American Idol. He has worked as a singer and actor in recent years, with memorable appearances on Broadway (starring in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown) and in TV ads.

What is Justin Guarani’s career and net worth?

Justin Guarini’s net worth as of 2025 stands at $700 thousand, as reported by Celebrity Net Worth. While his recording career wasn’t able to generate blockbuster sales (his debut sold around 146,000 copies), he later found stable income through stage productions, TV hosting and commercial work. All these elements collectively contributed to his current net worth and overall career earnings.

National anthem performers at NFL games usually earn little to no direct payment. However, the union-scale rates and travel costs are often covered by the league. Direct instances of this were noted during Gladys Knight’s performance at Super Bowl LIII and Chris Stapleton’s at Super Bowl LVII. According to Money.com, neither of the artists was paid beyond their travel and accommodation costs covered.

How singing at a halftime game impacts artists?

Justin Guarini is set to perform at the upcoming Thursday night game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Chargers. The 46-year-old American artist is mainly known for being the runner-up on the first season of American Idol in 2002. Since then, he built a career through studio albums, Broadway roles in productions such as Wicked and Romeo & Juliet, and via a campaign character “Lil’ Sweet” for Dr Pepper.

Performing at the NFL Thursday night game gives Guarini a chance to boost his career momentum. The high-profile stage can help him gain exposure to a diverse, multi-demographic audience, opening doors to new music and theatre fans. It could also help him connect with commercial agencies or additional musical opportunities, further expanding his visibility and professional reach.