The comeback queen! State of Origin viewers praise Tina Turner star Ruva Ngwenya’s ‘amazing’ rendition of the national anthem – after singer’s ‘tragic’ performance at NRL grand final
State of Origin viewers were completely blown away by actress Ruva Ngwenya’s impressive performance of the national anthem during Match 3 in Brisbane on Wednesday.
The 31-year-old Tina Turner Musical star, who was slammed on social media for her “tragic” performance at last year’s NRL Grand Final, took to the stage at Suncorp Stadium and blew the crowd away with her heartfelt commentary at the Advance Australia Fair.
NRL fans were quick to take to social media to praise the former Neighbours actress for her incredible performance during the famous sporting event.
“Ruva Ngwenya has some serious lungs,” one fan cheered.
“This is how you sing a national anthem,” wrote a second person, adding an OK hand and a fire emoji.
“The girl who sang the national anthem was amazing,” a third viewer commented, alongside three clapping hand emojis.
Elsewhere, a fan remembered the seasoned professional from her performance at the NRL Grand Final.
“A double bingo on the musical ‘Tina’ was not on my Origin bingo card,” they wrote.
State of Origin viewers were left absolutely stunned by actress Ruva Ngwenya’s soaring rendition of the national anthem during match three in Brisbane on Wednesday. Pictured
The 31-year-old Tina Turner Musical star, who was slammed on social media for her “tragic” performance at last year’s NRL Grand Final, took to the stage at Suncorp Stadium and blew the crowd away with her candid thoughts on Advance Australia Fair
Ruva looked regal that evening in a black, floor-length ensemble with statement shoulder details.
She wore her hair up in a majestic hairstyle and completed her stunning look with gold jewelry.
The crowd reaction to her performance was a far cry from when she performed at the NRL Grand Final in October, dressed as the late Tina Turner, singing a medley of her most iconic songs.
At the time, viewers called her singing “tragic” and a poor “tribute act” for Turner, who was known for her enthusiastic performances at the NRL Grand Finals in the 1990s.
Ruva looked regal that night in a black, floor-length ensemble with statement shoulder details
She wore her hair up in a majestic hairstyle and completed her stunning look with gold jewelry.
NRL fans quickly took to social media to praise the former Neighbours actress for bringing her A-game to the famous sporting event
Many viewers were not impressed, with several comparing the performances to something you would see at your local RSL and mocking the act with hilarious memes.
“Looks like the NRL got their entertainment from the Rooty Hill RSL,” one person wrote on social media.
“This Tina Turner impersonator is something you would see at Rooty Hill RSL with a free standard drinks voucher. F***ing tragic,” said another.
Luckily, Ruva’s incredible performance during Wednesday’s match was seen as a saving grace by fans, who raved about her singing skills.
The reaction to her performance was earth-shattering compared to when she performed at the NRL Grand Final in October dressed as the late Tina Turner and performed a medley of her most iconic songs. Pictured at the event