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Trump Supporters Get Kennedy Center Honors
Trump backers named to Kennedy Center Honors list.
In brief
Trump backers named to Kennedy Center Honors list. Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet, and Barbara Mandrell receive Kennedy Center Honors as Trump supporters. Originally reported by AV Club.
2026 Kennedy Center Honorees
The 2026 Kennedy Center Honors list includes Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet, and Barbara Mandrell.
Trump's Connection to Honorees
Paul Anka wrote lyrics for Trump's 2017 inauguration and has a 50-year friendship with him.
Political Ties to Trump
David Foster performed for Trump at a Mar-a-Lago fundraiser in 2017, and David Mamet praised Trump's presidency.
2026 Ceremony Details
The ceremony will be held on December 7 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, amid Trump's legal battle over naming the Kennedy Center.
What matters most
Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet, and Barbara Mandrell receive Kennedy Center Honors as Trump supporters.
