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Tate McRae's Team USA Olympic Ad Sparks Canadian Backlash
4 Feb
Summary
- Singer Tate McRae, born in Calgary, Canada, starred in an ad for Team USA.
- Fans criticized McRae for supporting the U.S. over her Canadian roots.
- McRae has been linked to Team USA hockey player Jack Hughes.
Canadian singer Tate McRae is facing criticism for starring in a recent NBC Sports advertisement promoting Team USA for the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics. The ad, released on February 3, features McRae expressing excitement for the Opening Ceremony in Milan and mentioning figure skater Lindsey Vonn's anticipated comeback.
The Calgary-born pop star's endorsement of the U.S. team has not resonated well with some of her Canadian fans. Online commentary expressed disappointment and accused McRae of disavowing her Canadian identity, with one user noting her upbringing in Calgary and association with local landmarks.
Further fueling the conversation is McRae's rumored connection to Jack Hughes, a star player for the New Jersey Devils who is set to represent Team USA in the men's hockey tournament. The two were reportedly seen together in New York City in December 2025, after McRae attended one of his games.
Hughes himself recently discussed managing fame, emphasizing his focus on his hockey performance. The 2026 Winter Olympics are scheduled to commence on February 6, with the men's hockey team beginning their competition against Latvia on February 12.
