Meanwhile, there have been allegations that Trump’s administration has been attempting to bribe performers into appearing at his inauguration. Trump’s camp have denied the claims.
The Wrap reports that talent bookers were offered ambassadorships and “access to the administration” in exchange for their clients performing at the event.
“Never in a million years have I heard something so crazy,” one talent booker said. “That was the moment I almost dropped the phone.”
Trump met with Kanye West earlier this week at Trump Tower in New York, where they shared a hug and Trump signed a copy of his Time magazine cover for West. West avoided questions about whether he will perform at Trump’s inauguration.
Kanye’s meeting with Trump attracted a heated reaction from fans, while John Legend described himself as “disappointed” in the rapper. West later attempted to explain his actions.