Cody Simpson slammed with brutal back-handed compliments after AFL Grand Final national anthem performance: ‘Thought he was a swimmer?’

Cody Simpson slammed with brutal back-handed compliments after AFL Grand Final national anthem performance: 'Thought he was a swimmer?'

As an ardent fan of Cody Simpson, I simply can’t contain my admiration for this multitalented Aussie sensation! From his swimming triumphs to his musical prowess, he’s a true embodiment of versatility and resilience.


After performing at the AFL Grand Final on Saturday, former champion swimmer-now-singer Cody Simpson has faced some harsh side comments.

27-year-old singer from the Gold Coast, who is known for his smooth voice, captivated the audience at Melbourne’s MCG with an emotional performance of Australia’s national anthem on stage.

In that tailored, sleek black ensemble, I found myself utterly captivated by the mesmerizing spectacle that was Cody on stage. Every move, every word felt like a piece of my own soul being poured out, leaving me spellbound and gripped in his magnetic presence. The crowd wasn’t just there; they were in the palm of his hand, swaying, cheering, and living each note with him.

Numerous AFL enthusiasts swiftly used social media platforms to humorously offer a subtle yet playful praise to the ex-swimmer. Earlier this year, he had missed out on qualifying for the Paris Olympics. They joked that he might be more talented as a singer rather than an athlete.

One viewer humorously remarked, “That swimmer absolutely nailed it! It seems like Cody Simpson would shine on a talent competition of some sort.

‘I thought Cody was a swimmer?’ a second person added.

This year, the swimming pool will be dominated by swimmers. Meanwhile, someone else mentioned that Cody will be singing the national anthem. A third person commented, and a fourth chimed in with: “It seems like swimming has lost out to music this time around.

2009 saw Cody’s rise to prominence when he was still a youngster. He gained recognition by sharing videos of himself singing on YouTube, thereby kick-starting his journey in the music industry.

Cody Simpson slammed with brutal back-handed compliments after AFL Grand Final national anthem performance: 'Thought he was a swimmer?'

In 2019, he transitioned into a career as a professional swimmer, and in 2022, he clinched a gold medal at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games.

Following his inability to secure a spot in this year’s Olympic Games, Cody has redirected his efforts towards his musical career again.

Following the AFL Grand Final, Australian singer Christine Anu and her daughter Zipporah received applause from AFL fans for their emotional performance of Island Home.

54-year-old Christine and her 22-year-old daughter Zipporah captivated an audience of 100,000 at the MCG with their mesmerizing interpretation of a song from 1995 that celebrates life in Australia.

Cody Simpson slammed with brutal back-handed compliments after AFL Grand Final national anthem performance: 'Thought he was a swimmer?'
Cody Simpson slammed with brutal back-handed compliments after AFL Grand Final national anthem performance: 'Thought he was a swimmer?'
Cody Simpson slammed with brutal back-handed compliments after AFL Grand Final national anthem performance: 'Thought he was a swimmer?'

From Cairns, a singer and her daughter, who she has with Australian actor Rodger Corser, radiated self-assurance and elegance while performing the popular song, leaving the audience in awe.

Astounded audience members swiftly flocked to social media platforms to shower praise on the remarkable display, with several declaring that Zipporah surpassed the talents of her renowned mom.

Many people wondered why the skillful pair weren’t the main event, instead of Katy Perry, and they criticized the AFL authorities for not choosing a local headliner.

Cody Simpson slammed with brutal back-handed compliments after AFL Grand Final national anthem performance: 'Thought he was a swimmer?'

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