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Pharrell Williams to Headline World Series Opener in Toronto

10/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Pharrell Williams (musician) will perform at the World Series opener at Rogers Centre in Toronto on October 24, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. ET.
The gospel choir Voices of Fire, led by Bishop Ezekiel Williams, will join the performance.
Voices of Fire will sing the national anthems for Canada and the United States.
The show will feature songs from the upcoming album Ophaním, including “Are You Ready?” and “The One.”

History

Historical Context

The 1992 World Series marked a historic milestone as the Toronto Blue Jays became the first non-U.S. team to win the championship, defeating the Atlanta Braves in six games. With a record attendance of over 4 million fans that season, the Blue Jays' victory highlighted the growing prominence of Canadian teams in Major League Baseball, setting the stage for future international participation in the sport.

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Story summary

Pharrell Williams (musician) will perform at the World Series opener at Rogers Centre in Toronto on October 24, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. ET.
The gospel choir Voices of Fire, led by Bishop Ezekiel Williams, will join the performance.
Voices of Fire will sing the national anthems for Canada and the United States.
The show will feature songs from the upcoming album Ophaním, including “Are You Ready?” and “The One.”

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