Another setback has hit the US President-elect Donald Trump before his January 20 inauguration in Washington.
US President-elect, Donald Trump
US President-elect, Donald Trump might not be a happy man after
celebrated singer, Celine Dion reportedly turned down invitation to
perform at his inauguration ceremony on Friday, Jan. 20, in Washington,
D.C.
A report by TheWrap revealed that Trump, 70, and his team were
unable to secure a booking with the 48-year-old French-Canadian
superstar. She has a previously scheduled concert date in Las Vegas on
Inauguration Day.
A source told the website that Trump’s friend Steve Wynn promised to get the "My Heart Will Go On" singer on board but failed.
Garth Brooks also declined an invitation to perform at Trump’s
inauguration, according to TheWrap, after Wynn also tried to get the
country singer for the event. The outlet also reported that opera star
Andrea Bocelli originally agreed to perform, but ultimately changed his
mind after feeling pressure from fans.
So far, the only performer confirmed to participate is "America’s
Got Talent" season five runner-up Jackie Evancho . The 16-year-old, will
sing the national anthem at the swearing-in ceremony.