Kristin Chenoweth to Sing Anthem at NBA Finals, Showcasing Thunder Fandom

Kristin Chenoweth, standing at 4-foot-11, is set to perform at the NBA Finals. The acclaimed actress and singer, a native of Oklahoma and a member of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, will sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" before Game 7 of the championship series.

The performance will be broadcast live on ABC, just before the final game of the season begins. Chenoweth's love for the Oklahoma City Thunder has been well-known for many years, though she has also expressed fondness for other teams. However, the Thunder are clearly her favorite, a passion evident in her actions, including personalizing a Thunder hat.

Her connection to Oklahoma runs deep, having attended Oklahoma City University after growing up in Broken Arrow. Further demonstrating her dedication, even her dog is named Thunder and has been dressed in Thunder-themed attire.

Chenoweth has previously performed the anthem at several Thunder games, both solo and with children from her Chenoweth Broadway Bootcamp. This camp is part of her arts and education fund, which aims to foster artistic expression in children through education and experience.

Throughout her career, Chenoweth has received numerous accolades. She won a Tony Award in 1999 for her role in "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" and has received two additional Tony nominations. In 2009, she won an Emmy for her role in the comedy series "Pushing Daisies.