US Edition104-year-old WWII vet performs national anthem before Islanders game
Dominick Critelli, a World War II staff sergeant who fought in the Battle of the Bulge, performed the anthem to honor his service and country before 17,255 fans.
- Dominick Critelli, a 104-year-old World War II veteran, performed the national anthem on his saxophone at the Islanders vs. Rangers game on December 27, 2025.
- Critelli expressed his love for the U.S., stating, 'If I hadn't come to this country, I'd be stuck with Mussolini.'
- The audience erupted into 'U-S-A' chants after his flawless performance, marking a significant achievement in his life.
- Critelli served 151 days in combat during World War II, enduring significant battles and receiving multiple military honors for his service.
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Before the New York Islanders’ home game against the New York Rangers at UBS Arena on Saturday, 104-year-old World War II veteran Staff Sergeant Dominick Critelli delivered a moving rendition of “The
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WWII veteran,104, nails the National Anthem at New York Islanders game
by WorldTribune Staff / 247 Real News December 28, 2025 Dominick Critelli, a veteran of World War II, played the National Anthem on the saxophone at the Dec 27 New York Islanders NHL game. Critelli is 104-years-old. 104 year old World War 2 Veteran Dominick Critelli performed the National Anthem on the saxophone at tonight’s […]
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A 104-year-old WWII Veteran absolutely crushed the National Anthem Saturday on a saxophone before the New York Islanders faced the New York Rangers in the rivalry hockey game, and the crowd went wild!Staff Sergeant Dominick Critelli was helped onto the ice, where he performed a wonderful rendition of the anthem in a custom Islanders jersey complete with the number 104.His century-old lungs carried the anthem as if he were just 20 years old. Isla…
104-Year-Old WWII Vet Dominick Critelli Plays Anthem
Screenshot A 104-year-old World War II veteran had fans reaching for the Kleenex on Saturday night as he delivered an utterly mesmerizing performance of the National Anthem on his saxophone. Moments before the opening faceoff of Saturday night’s New York Islanders-New York Rangers game at UBS Arena, 104-year-old vet Dominick Critelli serenaded the crowd with a sizzling rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner. 104 year old World War 2 Veteran Domi…
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