But the singer’s participation in President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration is nevertheless a sign of the changing tides, where mainstream entertainers, from Nelly to The Village People are more publicly and more enthusiastically associating with the new administration.

President-elect Donald Trump selected opera tenor Christopher Macchio to perform the national anthem at Monday’s inauguration, at which Carrie Underwood will also perform “America the Beautiful.” Here’s a list of some singers at previous presidential inaugurations,

It’s a “no” for Michelle Obama. The former first lady won’t attend Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, according to the Associated Press. Former President Barack Obama, however, is confirmed to attend the ceremony alongside former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton.

Carrie Underwood gave an unexpected a cappella ... including former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, departing Vice President Kamala Harris ...

Carrie Underwood is set to perform at ... in 1993 and Aretha Franklin sang "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" at Barack Obama's ceremony in 2009.

In addition to Underwood ... Former First Lady Michelle Obama announced this week that she will not be attending Trump's inauguration. Former President Barack Obama is expected at the ceremony.

Carrie Underwood went viral for her a cappella rendition of 'America the Beautiful' at Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20.

Carrie Underwood will perform at Donald Trump ... and Beyoncé sang the national anthem at Barack Obama’s 2012 inauguration. Aretha Franklin sang “My Country Tis of Thee” at Obama ...

Despite the swirl of rumors following Carrie Underwood's performance at Donald Trump's inauguration and alleged diva-like behavior, the country music star seems unfazed by the chatter. Breaking her silence not on the controversy but to promote her upcoming concert,

As Donald Trump and J.D. Vance are officially sworn into office at the 2025 Inauguration Jan. 20, Barack Obama, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and more public figures are in Washington, D.C., to show support.

Donald Trump's 2025 presidential inauguration featured high-profile attendees including Former President Barack Obama, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and TikTok CEO Shou Chew.