Nelly Breaks Silence On Backlash Over His Decision To Perform At Trump's Inauguration
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.
Nelly dismisses backlash over Trump inauguration ball performance: 'It is an honor for me'
Amid backlash, Nelly is defending his decision to perform at an inaugural ball following President-elect Donald Trump's swearing-in on Monday. The rapper, 50, spoke with Willie D in a YouTube stream Saturday after it was revealed he will perform at the Liberty Ball,
Nelly Responds to Criticism Over Performing at Donald Trump's Inauguration Event: 'I'm Not Political'
After being slammed by fans for agreeing to perform at the Liberty Ball following the inauguration of Donald Trump, Nelly spoke out about why he made the decision—claiming it wasn't political in nature.
Rapper Nelly responds to backlash over performance at Trump inauguration ball: ‘I’m not doing this for money’
Rapper Nelly has responded after facing backlash for his decision to perform at one of Donald Trump ’s inauguration balls on Monday (January 20). Citing sources, CBS reported on Friday that the “Dilemma” star was set to perform at the Inaugural Liberty Ball in Washington D.C.
Nelly defends performing at Trump’s inauguration, says ‘it’s an honor’
During the conversation with Willie D., the “Hot in Herre” singer also spoke directly to his critics, balking at the suggestion that Trump was a white supremacist. “I would ask them to show me where he’s a white supremacist,” Nelly retorted.
Nelly speaks out on his decision to perform at Trump's inauguration: 'I support the Office'
Rapper Nelly spoke about his upcoming performance at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration events Jan. 20, defending his decision amid backlash.
Nelly Defends His Upcoming Performance at Trump Inaugural Ball: “This Isn’t Politics”
Nelly also spoke about his experience as a child on a military base in Texas, praising his family members who have served in the U.S. armed forces. “If these people can give [their] life for the office, Nelly can perform,” he said. “It is an honor for me to perform for the president of the United States, regardless of who is in office.”
Rapper Nelly Set To Perform At Donald Trump’s Inauguration Liberty Ball
Nelly is one of several Black artists that have been announced to be performing at Donald Trump Inaugural events next week.
Nelly Set to Perform at Donald Trump’s Inaugural Ball
Fellow rappers Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross also performed at the president-elect's pre-inaugural Crypto Ball. on Jan. 17.
Rapper Nelly Will Ride With Trump at Inaugural Ball
CBS reporter Taurean Small was one of several reporters to break the news Friday that Nelly will be joining Jason Aldean to perform at Trump’s Liberty Ball after he is sworn in as president for the second time on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Nelly defends performing at Trump inauguration ball: ‘He’s the president. He won.’
Rapper Nelly addresses backlash over performing at Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration, explaining his decision in a Willie D Live interview.
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