Rapper GloRilla Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson With Electrifying Grambling State Band Performance at Bayou Classic

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GloRilla paid tribute to Michael Jackson at Bayou Classic [Picture Credit: Getty]

Rapper GloRilla gave an electric performance at Caesars Superdome on Saturday. The American rapper performed at the halftime show at the 2025 Bayou Classic. The "TGIF" singer used the Grambling State University vs Southern University classic to pay tribute to Michael Jackson.

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She performed in Jackson's military-inspired iconic jacket, featuring gold branding on a black background. It was one of the legendary pop star's most iconic outfits.

GloRilla performed with the World-Famed Tiger Marching Band and Orchesis Dance Company. The Memphis-born rapper had the fans rising from their seats with her electric performance at the iconic 52nd HBCU classic.

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The rumored girlfriend of the Toronto Raptors star, Brandon Ingram, entertained the crowd with her big hits like 'TGIF' and 'Let Her Cook.' The dancers wore custom Adidas for the occasion.

"The Bayou Classic is a huge moment for HBCU culture and performing with adidas and Grambling State is really special," she said before the performance. "Being on the field with these students, seeing them represent their school and community is powerful."

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The Southern Jaguars stunned the heavily favored Grambling State. Despite their tough season, they defeated Grambling by 28-27. They rallied back to win the game after going down 17-7 before halftime. It was their fourth straight win at the Bayou Classic.

GloRilla loses it after Brandon Ingram's wild game winner

The Toronto Raptors have surprised everyone this season. They are one of the hottest teams in the league, only behind the OKC Thunder and the Detroit Pistons, and Brandon Ingram has been a big part of their impressive run.

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Earlier this week, the Raptors faced the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Cup game at Scotiabank Arena. GloRilla sat courtside to support the Raptors. With his rumored girlfriend watching him courtside, Ingram delivered big time. He sealed the win for Toronto with a game-winner over Pascal Siakam.

With six seconds remaining in the game and the score tied at 95, Ingram drained a smooth jumper over the Pacer star. The shot prompted a wholesome reaction from GloRilla. She burst out of her seat and started jumping around, dapping with other fans sitting courtside.

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Ingram and GloRilla haven't confirmed their relationship yet. However, the rumored couple has been just a statement away from confirming it. Last month, after the Raptors' game against the Dallas Mavericks, Ingram kissed her before walking to the locker room.

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