Sun. June 19, 2016
Chicago, IL -
Jordin Sparks shared a moment of silence for the Pulse Orlando victims and moved the massive Chicago Pride Fest crowd in a soul-touching rendition of "Amazing Grace".
The American Idol season six winner, also performed US Billboard Hot 100 top-ten singles "Tattoo" and "No Air", which earned Sparks her first Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals. Sparks also performed the lead single of her second album, "Battlefield."
Sparks, Dumblonde and Daya were among performers for the 14th annual Chicago Pride Fest, which kicked off Saturday, June 18 under tightened security measures in the wake of the Orlando tragedy just one week ago.
The two-day street festival continues through 10 p.m., Sunday, June 19. The 47th annual Chicago Pride Parade is Sunday, June 26 at noon.
Sparks also performed at pride festivals in Miami Beach, Kentucky and Alabama.
Photos: 2016 Chicago Pride Fest
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