Carrie Underwood faced allegations of exhibiting diva behavior after her standout performance at the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Monday.
The 41-year-old American Idol winner was scheduled to sing “America The Beautiful” during the inauguration ceremony in Washington DC. Despite encountering technical difficulties with the sound equipment, she delivered an impressive acapella rendition of the song, receiving enthusiastic applause from the audience. Clad in a custom-made midi dress by Italian fashion brand Opificio Modenese, Underwood exuded elegance during her performance.
Reports surfaced suggesting that Underwood made specific demands to agree to the performance, including additional security, a large entourage, and tickets for her close associates for the day’s events. An inside source revealed to the Daily Mail that Underwood portrayed a diva persona on the inauguration day, boasting about being personally invited by Trump to perform. The source mentioned her requests for heightened security, a designer dress for the performance, and a team of 20 members, along with tickets for her family and friends.
In a statement ahead of her performance, Underwood expressed her honor to participate in the historic event, emphasizing unity and a forward-looking perspective. Despite her efforts to maintain a politically neutral stance in public, she found herself embroiled in controversy following her performance, with rumors of her dissatisfaction and a reported “hissy fit” after facing limitations during her slot.
Despite the alleged post-performance discontent, Underwood received praise from viewers who commended her resilience and talent, with many taking to social media to laud her singing prowess. Admirers highlighted her grace under pressure and described her performance as flawless and angelic.
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