Post Malone Honors the Late Marshawn Kneeland During His NFL Thanksgiving Halftime Performance: ‘Love You, 94’
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Kneeland, who previously played for the Dallas Cowboys, passed away on November 6 at just 24 years old.
Post Malone shared a heartfelt message during the NFL’s Thanksgiving halftime show.
The 30-year-old artist, who has shifted from rap to country, took the stage during the Dallas Cowboys vs. Kansas City Chiefs game in his home state of Texas on Thursday, Nov. 27. As he wrapped up his set, he honored the memory of former Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland.
During the performance, Malone delivered a three-song medley that included “Wrong Ones,” “Wow,” and “I Had Some Help.”
After finishing his third song, the musician spoke to the crowd, saying, “Dallas, Texas, I love you so much. Give it up for the greatest team out there — the Dallas Cowboys.”
With fans cheering, he went on, “I hope you all have an amazing night. Wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving. I love you more than I could ever express.”
Malone ended his message with a tribute to Kneeland, adding, “And we love you, 94. We love you.”
Kneeland — who wore number 94 during his tenure with the Cowboys — died on Nov. 6 at just 24 years old from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
At the time, the Cowboys released a statement shared with PEOPLE: “It is with deep sorrow that the Dallas Cowboys announce the tragic passing of Marshawn Kneeland this morning. Marshawn was a cherished teammate and an important part of our organization. Our hearts and prayers are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.”
Malone also honored the former defensive end by wearing a pin featuring Kneeland’s number during his set.
This wasn’t Malone’s first time performing at an NFL event. The previous year, he surprised fans at Beyoncé’s Christmas Day halftime show in Houston, joining her for their collaborative track “LEVII’S JEANS.”
He also performed “America the Beautiful” at the 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas.
Malone has long-standing ties to the Cowboys.
Although born in New York, the “Circles” singer grew up in Grapevine, Texas, near Dallas, after his father accepted a job overseeing concessions at AT&T Stadium — the Cowboys’ home field.
“I’m from Texas. I grew up rooting for the Cowboys and have watched this halftime show for so many years,” Malone said in a feature on the team’s website. “It’s truly an honor to take part in the Red Kettle Kickoff with The Salvation Army and the Dallas Cowboys and help bring hope to so many people.”
