Nelly, Donald Trump and Liberty Inaugural Ball

After Facing Major Backlash, Nelly Performs at Donald Trump’s Inauguration Ball to Mixed Reactions
After facing tons of backlash, Nelly was one of the musical guests who graced the stage at Donald Trump‘s Liberty Inaugural Ball. Nelly Performs at Trump Inauguration Event On Monday (Jan. 20), Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States and celebrated the feat with multiple balls taking place across Washington,
Nelly Addresses Criticism of Performance at Trump Inauguration Ball: ‘I’m Doing This Because It’s an Honor’
Rapper Nelly has spoken out against criticisms of his performance at a ball celebrating Donald Trump's inauguration.
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.”
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.
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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.
Nelly defends performing at Trump inauguration ball: ‘He’s the president. He won.’
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Nelly reveals why he agreed to perform at Trump’s inaugural ball amid backlash
Nelly has responded to critics on his decision to perform at the Liberty Ball on Monday, part of the inaugural celebrations for Donald Trump.
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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 ...
Nelly rocks President Trump's Liberty Ball after shutting down backlash
Nelly and Jason Aldean took the stage at the Liberty Ball on Monday night celebrating President Trump's Inauguration Day. Fans took to social media to weigh in on the performances.