Philippine boxing superstar and eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao asked American Idol Season 11 finalist Jessica Sanchez to sing the National Anthem on his fight in Macau against the American Brandon Rios. On his twitter account Manny directly asked Jessica if she can sing before his fight. Jessica Sanchez replied and said yes, adding that she would be honored.
@jessicaesanchez would you do me the honor of singing the national anthems before our fight? #PacRios
— Manny Pacquiao (@MannyPacquiao) November 18, 2013
Yes! I'm honored! ! RT @MannyPacquiao: @jessicaesanchez would you do me the honor of singing the national anthems before our fight? #PacRios
— Jessica Sanchez (@JessicaESanchez) November 19, 2013
@JessicaESanchez That's wonderful. And no weigh-in required! #PacRios
— Manny Pacquiao (@MannyPacquiao) November 19, 2013