Ariana Grande found herself subtly weighing in on a moment from Donald Trump’s recent inauguration by liking an Instagram post mocking Carrie Underwood’s performance of America the Beautiful. The post criticized Underwood’s rendition, which had to be performed a cappella after a technical glitch, prompting onlookers to sing along.
The Post That Caught Attention
The post featured a zoomed-in photo of Underwood singing as former Vice President Kamala Harris watched on, with a caption referencing a famous RuPaul’s Drag Race line: “Kamala Harris evoking Coco Montrese (‘Girl, find the note’) watching Carrie Underwood at today’s chilling inauguration.”
Grande liked the post, suggesting amusement or possible disapproval of Underwood’s choice to perform at the event. Mandy Moore also liked the post, signaling similar sentiments.
Grande’s Political Stance
Grande has been openly critical of Donald Trump and his policies, particularly those targeting the LGBTQ+ community.
After Trump’s election victory in November, she expressed solidarity with those distressed by the outcome.
More recently, she criticized Trump’s executive order defining gender strictly as male or female, reposting statements from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups and emphasizing resilience against anti-trans policies.
The Broader Backlash
Grande isn’t alone in her reaction. Social media users and public figures have criticized performers like Carrie Underwood, Nelly, and Snoop Dogg for participating in the inauguration, citing Trump’s anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and policies.
Grande’s reposts underline her commitment to supporting queer and trans communities, highlighting the resilience of these groups in the face of discriminatory policies.
Grande’s Advocacy for LGBTQ+ Rights
The Wicked star has long been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, often using her platform to amplify the voices of marginalized communities.
Her latest posts have reinforced her stance, including a pointed response to Trump’s administration: “Queer and trans people were here before Donald Trump and will continue to be here after he’s dead.”
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