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VIDEO: Chris Medina Croons Chicago Bulls into Playoff Game

The former 'American Idol' contestant and Oak Forest resident stood in the midst of a sea of red while delivering the pre-game performance.

Chris Medina, whose appearance on American Idol won him the hearts of millions, took on a sea of red Tuesday, May 10 as he delivered his rendition of the National Anthem before the Chicago Bulls playoff game.

Medina's appearance had originally been scheduled for Monday, May 2, but was pushed back a week after the death of Osama bin Laden. Patch was not present at the May 10 game, but we loaned our camera to Medina's family and friends, who caught it all in the viewfinder.

The performance aired on AM1000, but was not televised. Check out Patch's footage, courtesy of Janet and Don Barnes.

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