News about Carol Channing

Rihanna is expected to shock audiences this weekend as she takes the stage to appear at the Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona - and the stakes for the Barbadian pop star have never been higher. The Umbrella singer is following in the footsteps of some of music's most well-known celebrities, including Madonna and Prince, who have taken on the challenge of a show-stopping performance that will usually range from 12 to 15 minutes. The halftime appearance is for some viewers the biggest draw of the NFL game, and is expected to be an increasingly elaborate show each year. For decades, marching bands dominated the halftime show, with occasional boldface names such as Carol Channing, New Kids On The Block, or Gloria Estefan. Michael Jackson brought his superstar stature to the show in 1993, but the event's tone was changed when he delivered a solo medley of his hits. Since then, the Super Bowl halftime has been the year's most awaited musical event, allowing top celebrities to showcase their talents at their most streamlined and electric levels. Here's a look back at some of the best halftimes of yesteryear, including one in which a dance performance went horribly wrong and sparked a national scandal.