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Trump Hosts Kennedy Center Honors in Historic First: Photos

Trump Hosts Kennedy Center Honors in Historic First: Photos

Summary

President Donald Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors, marking the first time a U.S. President actively participated in the event on stage. The 2025 honorees include actor Sylvester Stallone, singers Gloria Gaynor and George Strait, the rock band KISS, and actor-singer Michael Crawford. The show will air on December 23 on CBS and Paramount+.

Key Facts

  • President Donald Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors event.
  • This was the first time a President took part on stage at the Kennedy Center Honors.
  • The 2025 honorees included Sylvester Stallone, Gloria Gaynor, George Strait, KISS, and Michael Crawford.
  • President Trump awarded the medals during a ceremony at the Oval Office.
  • The ceremony will be broadcast on December 23.
  • CBS and Paramount+ will air the show.

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