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Grammy award-winning rapper Nelly is slated to perform at one of President-elect Donald Trump’s three official inaugural celebrations, according to an announcement released Saturday by the Trump Vance Inaugural Committee and verified by CBS News.
The St. Louis native, whose legal name is Cornell Haynes II, is known for chart-topping singles like “Hot in Herre” and “Just A Dream.” At 49 years old, the accomplished artist has achieved four number-one hits and earned nine Billboard Music Awards, along with three Grammy wins.
Nelly is MAGA and will be performing at Trump's inauguration 🔥 pic.twitter.com/v2gxicxz6x
— Chris Randolph (@TrumpAF2024) January 18, 2025
The inauguration’s musical lineup continues to grow, with country music star Carrie Underwood confirmed to perform “America the Beautiful” during the swearing-in ceremony, as Breitbart News previously reported.
Adding to the entertainment roster, the Village People have also confirmed their participation in the inaugural festivities. The group, whose iconic track “Y.M.C.A.” has become a regular feature at Trump campaign rallies, will be among the performers at the events.
WATCH🚨: Nelly responds to backlash for agreeing to perform at Donald Trump's inauguration celebration and challenges critics to show proof that Donald Trump is a white supremacist.
"I'm not doing this for money." pic.twitter.com/PeYUjvEjKo
— Officer Lew (@officer_Lew) January 19, 2025
The celebration extends to the Make America Great Again Victory Rally, scheduled for January 19 in Washington, D.C. The event, which will take place at the Capitol One Arena in Chinatown, will showcase performances by Kid Rock, Billy Ray Cyrus, and Liberty University’s Praise Choir.
The same venue will host a viewing party for the swearing-in ceremony the following day.
Traditionally, numerous inaugural balls are held during the days surrounding the inauguration, with the incoming president typically making appearances at several of these celebrations.