Singer Gerald Chaney Collapses During Jackie Robinson Day Celebration in Chicago
Singer leading Robinson celebration collapses
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Gerald Chaney, a longtime anthem performer, collapsed while leading the Jackie Robinson Day festivities before the Chicago White Sox game against the Tampa Bay Rays in Chicago. He was taken to the hospital but was alert before leaving the field. The game start was delayed by 12 minutes.
- 01Gerald Chaney collapsed while singing during Jackie Robinson Day celebrations.
- 02He was performing 'Lift Every Voice and Sing,' the Black national anthem.
- 03Emergency medical technicians attended to him before he was taken to the hospital.
- 04The Chicago White Sox expressed support for Chaney and his family.
- 05The game start was delayed by 12 minutes due to the incident.
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During the Jackie Robinson Day celebrations before the Chicago White Sox's game against the Tampa Bay Rays, singer Gerald Chaney collapsed while performing 'Lift Every Voice and Sing,' a hymn recognized as the Black national anthem. Chaney was a few words into the song when he stopped, attempted to continue, and then collapsed. Emergency medical technicians responded quickly, attending to him for several minutes before transporting him to a hospital. The White Sox organization released a statement expressing their support, stating, 'The entire White Sox family is sending love to Gerald and his family for a full and speedy recovery.' The incident caused a 12-minute delay in the game's start, with both teams watching from their dugouts.
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The incident highlights the importance of medical readiness at public events. Fans and attendees may feel concerned about the health and safety protocols in place during such gatherings.
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