Ahead of her gig pulling double duty as host and performer at the 2024 VMAs, Megan Thee Stallion has ascended to the throne in a new Pepsi ad tied to the upcoming film Gladiator II. 20 years after Beyoncé, Britney Spears, and P!nk took part in the iconic “Roman Empire” Pepsi ad, it’s the Grammy-winning rapper’s turn to give her signature spin to Queen’s classic “We Will Rock You.” Watch the ad below.
The star-studded promo also features NFL players Travis Kelce, Josh Allen, Derrick Henry and Justin Jefferson, alongside actors Lamorne Morris and Jake Lacy. Tigers spill into the arena as Meg presides over the festivities, choreography included.
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“I’m honored to follow in the footsteps of the legends who appeared in this Gladiator campaign 20 years ago and proud to have carved my own new legacy,” she said in a statement. “It was fun putting my creative flip on such an iconic Queen song and I can’t wait for the Hotties to hear it!”
Megan Thee Stallion’s version of “We Will Rock You” is now available on all streaming platforms. Tonight, she’s also set to release a new song titled “Neva Play” with RM of BTS.
Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II stars Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, and Connie Nielsen. The follow-up to his 2000 film that took home Best Picture at the Academy Awards arrives in US theaters on November 22nd. Watch the trailer here.
Meanwhile, the 2024 VMAs go down on September 11th. As mentioned, Megan is set to both host and perform on the awards show.