'I respect the office. This isn't politics': Nelly defends decision to perform at Trump inauguration amid backlash
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'I respect the office. This isn't politics': Nelly defends decision to perform at Trump inauguration amid backlash

India Today  

Rapper Nelly found himself at the center of a heated debate after agreeing to perform at President Donald Trump's second-term inauguration events. The "Hot in Herre" hitmaker is set to take the stage at the Liberty Inaugural Ball on Monday, alongside country singer Jason Aldean and the iconic disco group Village People. The decision has sparked a fierce backlash from fans and critics alike, with many expressing disappointment and anger over Nelly's choice to participate in celebrating Trump's return to office. For Nelly, the criticism intensified due to the event coinciding with Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Trump’s history of controversial statements about minorities and immigrants.

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Janelle Monáe slams Nelly for performing at Donald Trump's inauguration
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Janelle Monáe slams Nelly for performing at Donald Trump's inauguration

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Janelle Monáe blasted Nelly for …

Carrie Underwood sees streaming numbers tumble after performing at Trump inauguration
2 months ago

Carrie Underwood sees streaming numbers tumble after performing at Trump inauguration

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Carrie Underwood’s rendition of “America …

‘Inauguration day diva’ Carrie Underwood had big demands for the Trump performance: Report
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‘Inauguration day diva’ Carrie Underwood had big demands for the Trump performance: Report

Hindustan Times  

As more insider-talks flush out about Carrie Underwood’s performance at Donald Trump’s Inauguration on January 20, the American Idol star’s alleged behind-the-cover behaviour and other issues continue to be picked apart more than ever. Branding her the ‘Inauguration day diva,’ the source added, “She’d been telling anyone who wanted to listen that Trump called her personally to ask her to …

Did Carrie Underwood snub Kamala Harris at Trump's inauguration? Internet dissects viral ‘unprofessional’ claim
2 months ago

Did Carrie Underwood snub Kamala Harris at Trump's inauguration? Internet dissects viral ‘unprofessional’ claim

Hindustan Times  

A viral fest of memes and speculations broke out on X, formerly Twitter, amid Monday’s inaugural festivities at the Capitol Rotunda. One of these viral moments being picked apart involves Carrie Underwood’s interaction, or the lack thereof, with former Vice President Kamala Harris. “Carrie Underwood snubbed Kamala Harris at the inauguration today when she skipped shaking her hand as she …

Ariana Grande is accused of shading Carrie Underwood's inauguration performance
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Ariana Grande is accused of shading Carrie Underwood's inauguration performance

Daily Mail  

Ariana Grande has appeared to subtly shade Carrie Underwood following the American Idol winner's performance at Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration. 'Kamala Harris evoking Coco Montrese watching Carrie Underwood at today’s chilling Inauguration,' Katz captioned the post, referencing a quote from RuPaul's Drag Race. Ariana Grande, 31, appeared to 'like' an Instagram post criticizing Carrie Underwood's performance at President Donald Trump's …

Nelly defends performing at Donald Trump inauguration ball: ‘I’m not doing this for money’
2 months, 1 week ago

Nelly defends performing at Donald Trump inauguration ball: ‘I’m not doing this for money’

Hindustan Times  

Amid backlash, rapper Nelly has come forward to defend his decision to perform at an inaugural ball following US President-elect Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony. Nelly faces backlash The Hot in Herre singer is scheduled to perform alongside country singer Jason Aldean and the Village People on Monday at the Liberty Inaugural Ball, one of three official balls marking Donald Trump’s …

Nelly hits back at rampant criticism over performance at Trump inauguration ball
2 months, 1 week ago

Nelly hits back at rampant criticism over performance at Trump inauguration ball

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Rapper Nelly has responded after …

Nelly Breaks Silence On Backlash Over His Decision To Perform At Trump's Inauguration
2 months, 1 week ago

Nelly Breaks Silence On Backlash Over His Decision To Perform At Trump's Inauguration

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LOADING ERROR LOADING Rapper Nelly is defending his decision to perform at President-elect Donald Trump’s Liberty Inaugural Ball on Monday amid backlash from social media users. “I respect the office,” Nelly, whose real name is Cornell Haynes Jr., said during Saturday’s episode of the “Willie D. Live” podcast hosted by rapper William “Willie D” Dennis. He’s the commander-in-chief of what …

Nelly breaks silence after backlash for agreeing to perform at Trump's inaugural ball
2 months, 1 week ago

Nelly breaks silence after backlash for agreeing to perform at Trump's inaugural ball

Daily Mail  

Nelly has responded to the backlash over his decision to perform at the Liberty Ball on Monday night, celebrating the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Nelly has responded to the backlash he's received since signing on to perform at the Liberty Ball on Monday night in Washington, DC celebrating President Donald Trump's inauguration 'I would ask them to show me …

Rapper Nelly to perform at a Donald Trump inaugural ball
2 months, 1 week ago

Rapper Nelly to perform at a Donald Trump inaugural ball

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Rapper Nelly is set to perform at the Inaugural Liberty …

Carrie Underwood met with intense backlash after announcing Trump inauguration gig
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Carrie Underwood met with intense backlash after announcing Trump inauguration gig

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. History won’t forget.” Carrie Underwood attending the Songwriters Hall …

Carrie Underwood and the Village People to perform at Donald Trump's inauguration
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Carrie Underwood and the Village People to perform at Donald Trump's inauguration

Salon  

President-elect Donald Trump secured some bigger names to perform at his inauguration this time around. In 2017, Trump and his team struggled to book any significant musical acts but they've taken things up a notch, landing former "American Idol" winner and country music star Carrie Underwood for the Jan. 20 ceremony, singing "America the Beautiful." Rounding out the entertainment portion …

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