Carrie Underwood might not be Beyoncé or Garth Brooks in the celebrity superstar ecosystem. But the singer’s participation in President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration is nevertheless a sign of the changing tides.
Donald Trump will be inaugurated today as the 47th President of the United States, marking the start of his second term. He becomes the second person in history to serve two nonconsecutive presidential terms,
President-elect Donald Trump has selected opera tenor Christopher Macchio to perform the national anthem at his second inauguration.
Nelly, Carrie Underwood, and Village People each shared their reasoning for performing at Donald Trump's inauguration.
Celebrities are likely to attend or perform at a number of official balls associated with the inauguration, which include the Peage Ball, Black Tie and Boots Ball, GW Inaugural Ball, Palmetto Presidential Inaugural Ball, and the Veterans Inaugural Ball. There will also be unofficial balls and rallies.
Presidential inaugurations have long been star-studded affairs, featuring performances from music legends like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Bruce Springsteen. With Donald Trump set to begin his second term on Monday, January 20, many are wondering who will take the stage this time around.
Jason Aldean believes President Donald Trump will bring a "new era" of politics. The country music star noted the last few years "have been... kind of really divisive."
Macchio has performed for Trump before, including a campaign rally at Madison Square Garden in October and a New Year's Eve party at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
Carrie Underwood, who performed 'America The Beautiful' at Donald Trump's inauguration, was accused of displaying 'diva' behavior
Melania Trump's Air Kiss Moment. Sporting a wide-brimmed hat, Melania Trump inadvertently thwarted Donald Trump's attempt at a kiss, leading to an awkward but memorable air kiss.