P!nk Makes History In Wisconsin As First Female To Headline A Stadium
By Afouda Bamidele on August 16, 2023 at 3:30 PM EDT
P!nk continues to defy expectations and rewrite history!
The powerhouse musician showcased her prowess once more on Monday, headlining a stadium in Wisconsin. In an awe-inspiring milestone, she became the first woman to achieve this feat, leaving an indelible mark on the night. She shared a heartfelt statement after her unforgettable performance at American Family Field in Milwaukee.
P!nk Becomes First Female Stadium Headliner In Wisconsinย
The "So What" singer took to Instagram to express her gratitude for achieving this milestone in a heartfelt post. Alongside a photo capturing her soundcheck in the empty stadium, she penned in the caption,
"Milwaukee. Soundcheck. I was just told that I am the very first female to ever headline a stadium in Wisconsin and that we broke the attendance record. Sometimes I don't know why they are looking at me when they tell me these things. I feel like sayingโฆ 'me?? Are you sure??'"
She continued, "Here's what I have to say about all of this. I'll try to keep it short. I am a little fiery ball of gratitude catapulting around the world trying to spread love and truth and the courage to feel everything we can feel." Expressing heartfelt gratitude, the "Just Give Me a Reason" artist acknowledged her genuine affection for her fans.
To conclude, the 43-year-old wrote, "And we have history, too. We've been doing this together for a while now. It means the world to me. It is never lost on me. We aren't the cool kids, Thank God. We're just gritty, magnificent humans doing our best. Thank you for letting me in."
The "There You Go" artist's followers resonated deeply with her, as evidenced by the over 3000 comments and nearly 200,000 likes garnered by the post. Many admirers of the "Most Girls" singer expressed sentiments like, "We all are so proud of you !! And you deserve all of this !! Love you โค๏ธ," and "You definitely deserve every bit of it! ๐."
One ardent supporter shared their heartfelt thoughts: "No one better to keep shattering records and ceilings. You are the real deal. Thankful for everything about you!" Another individual conveyed profound affection for the mother-of-two, describing her as "real and magic at the same time."
Since early June, P!nk has been actively engaged in her Summer Carnival tour and has received affection and support throughout the journey, โ due to her dedication to delivering electrifying performances in the sun or the rain.
In fact, despite facing severe thunderstorms during her concert in Washington, she fearlessly embraced the heavy rain and wind to put on a meticulously choreographed and acrobatic show, sparking enthusiasm among her devotees.
After reflecting on the thrilling event in a post to her page, many fans praised the star. One enthusiast expressed, "You fucking did incredible! I almost didn't go but l'm happy I did. Thank you for pushing on with the show. I've always desired to see you live. You did not disappoint. Love you, pink!"
Another impressed admirer shared, "You create the best experiences for whoever attends your show (no matter the weather) โ thank you for being YOU! Such an inspiration!" "Best show ever. You are unmatched PINK ๐๐๐," declared another follower, while a fourth fan resonated, "The rain during that song was perfection. Thank you for an amazing show. We were soaked but so fk happy."
The 'Try This' Artist's Daughter Willow's Adorable Appearance Steals The Showย
After leaving her fans electrified and yearning for more at the start of her tour, the "Catacombs" star had a surprise awaiting them. Capturing the heartwarming scene on video, P!nk's husband, Carey Hart, could not contain his pride as he watched his baby girl on stage alongside her mother.
The doting father posted a video of the 12-year-old singing P!nk's famous song "Cover Me In Sunshine," captivating the audience. The "Happy Feet Two" voice actress watched with pride as Willow confidently delivered her rendition.
Amidst cheers from the crowd, the budding teenager grinned and waved, then shared an affectionate hug and a kiss with her mother. In the caption, the Motocross racer expressed his emotions:
"So proud of Willz to get up on stage w/ mama @pink !!!!! Must be a surreal moment for mama to have w/ her lil girl on stage ๐ข. Looks like 1st show of the tour kicked ass!!!!! Can't wait to catch up end of this month and see for myself. Summer is grind time โ๐ปโ๐ปโ๐ป."
Fans swiftly applauded her courage, commenting, "๐ฅน๐ฅน You can just see how proud she is!! She nailed it too!" A second cheered, "Amazing! ๐" while a third echoed, "She was magic!" Her talent gave another goosebumps, as they wrote, "I got the chills ๐."