(LOOTPRESS) – Country music star Carrie Underwood is set to perform “America the Beautiful” at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025. She will be accompanied by the Armed Forces Chorus and the United States Naval Academy Glee Club.
Underwood expressed her honor in participating, stating, “We must all come together in the spirit of unity.”
Known for keeping her political views private, this marks a notable public engagement in a political event for the artist.
The inauguration ceremony will take place on the West Front of the United States Capitol on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Underwood’s performance is scheduled to follow Vice President-elect JD Vance’s oath of office and precede President-elect Trump’s. Other performers include opera singer Christopher Macchio, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln combined choirs, and the United States Marine Band.
Underwood’s participation has elicited mixed reactions on social media, with some fans expressing disappointment and others praising her for the performance. Historically, she has avoided political endorsements, previously stating her reluctance to publicly support candidates to allow the public to make their own decisions.
This event contrasts with Trump’s 2017 inauguration, which featured fewer high-profile artists. Underwood’s involvement signifies a shift, potentially indicating broader entertainment industry engagement this time.
The inauguration will be held at the U.S. Capitol, the site of the 2021 attack, adding significance to the event’s location.
Underwood, who rose to fame after winning “American Idol” in 2005, has become one of country music’s leading figures, known for hits like “Before He Cheats” and “Jesus, Take the Wheel.” Her involvement in the inauguration underscores the intersection of entertainment and politics in contemporary American culture.
