Carrie Underwood ‘Second-Guessing’ Inauguration Performance

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Carrie Underwood hasn’t said a word since her performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration, but a close source says she’s “frustrated” by the outcome of the event.

Underwood captivated the audience with her incredible singing after overcoming an initial setback due to technical issues.

However, reports emerged that there was tension within the “American Idol” camp due to her performance, as it signified an apparent political stance.

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Things didn’t go the way Carrie Underwood wanted at Donald Trump’s inauguration

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Underwood was incredible singing “America the Beautiful” a cappella at Trump’s inauguration on Monday, but she hasn’t said a word since.

A close source revealed that the singer’s calmness indicates that things did not go the way she wanted at the event.

The source said The American sun“The fact that she is silent is an indicator that things have not gone well for her, not the way she wanted.”

However, the insider clarified that reports from Underwood has a ‘whistling fit’ at the inauguration are not true, adding: “She’s not a little girl but she was and is frustrated.”

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Carrie Underwood’s experience at the inauguration was different from ‘what she was shown’

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The source said: “The way the show was offered to him and the way it all unfolded were two very different experiences.”

They explained that the main reason for the difference was “moving the event indoors, which reduced the guest list.”

The move to an indoor venue also reduced the number of people Underwood could bring with her, and she wasn’t happy.

The source continued, “She’s proud of herself for how she handled such a chaotic situation, but I think she’s questioning it all and wondering if it was worth it.”

They concluded: “For herself and for her family, whom she fiercely protects and tries to keep more private.”

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Tension in the American Idol universe over Carrie Underwood’s inaugural performance

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Reports of Underwood’s frustration with the way things went at Trump’s inauguration come a day after reports that tensions in “American Idol”, where she is expected to begin her new role as a judge when the new season begins on March 9.

“American Idol” attempts to avoid politics and is known for promoting inclusivity, diversity and improving LGBTQ representation.

However, there are concerns that Underwood’s performance for Trump is an apparent political stance that could lead to a reduction in the shows’ ratings and ratings.

A source said Daily Mail“Idol contestants come from a wide variety of backgrounds, as do the people who work on the show. There are concerns that its apparent political stance may make some contestants uncomfortable.”

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They added: “His apparent support for Trump does not align with the show’s values ​​of inclusiveness and diversity.”

The insider also revealed that there could be tension between Underwood and another judge, Lionel Richie, who “is very liberal” and “might not agree with Carrie’s opinions, which could create some tensions. He has never and will never support Trump.

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Underwood’s job ‘not in jeopardy’

Carrie Underwood at the 2023 CMT Music Awards
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Before Trump’s inauguration, people wondered whether Underwood’s decision to perform at the event could pose a danger to her role as a judge on “American Idol,” a show she won as a contestant during the fourth season.

However, a source said The American sun that “Carrie’s job is not at risk” because there is “no discussion of her termination.” They added: “She will continue her role as a judge.”

The source pointed out that Underwood’s performance at the inauguration did not “conflict with any of his Idol taping dates” while the inauguration “took place before this season aired, so it did not go against anything in his contract.

However, they explained that some producers did not approve of her performance, which caught them off guard. Therefore, they feared there would be a backlash from fans.

They said: “Many viewers are already talking about a boycott, whether or not it’s true or just noise that will be seen after the ratings arrive, but the conversation this now brings Idol into is not not what the producers want. They don’t want the show to become political, they want it to be an escape from that.

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Underwood honored to perform at presidential inauguration

Carrie Underwod performs at Donald Trump's inauguration
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Although Underwood questions whether she made the right choice by performing at Trump’s inauguration, she expressed joy in doing so after the announcement.

The country music singer said, “I love our country and am honored to have been invited to sing at the inauguration and be a small part of this historic event.”

She concluded: “I am honored to answer this call at a time when we must all come together in a spirit of unity and look to the future.”

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