Ana Navarro, a co-host on ABC's The View, has made a public appeal to iconic singer Gloria Gaynor, urging her to decline the Kennedy Center Honor bestowed by President Donald Trump.
Navarro described the President as "a stain on the prestige and significance of the KCH," passionately advising Gaynor, "Don't do it, Gloria!"
As reported by Breitbart, Gaynor, renowned for her hit "I Will Survive," was nominated by President Trump for the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors, which recognize exceptional contributions to the arts.
Navarro, in a heartfelt Instagram post, recounted a personal encounter with Gaynor at a Miami concert, where the singer gifted her a keychain that played "I Will Survive." Navarro humorously noted that during Trump's first term, she used the keychain so frequently that it eventually ran out of batteries.
Navarro's post continued with a critique of the President, stating, "Look, the woman is a goddess and deserves all the flowers that come her way. But I wish she wouldnt accept an award from the hands of a man who has attacked the rights and history of women, people of color and LGBTQ." She further emphasized the significance of Gaynor's song within the gay community, declaring, "The gay community in particular, helped turn her signature song into an anthem."
At this juncture, Gaynor has not publicly addressed Navarro's plea. However, she did share an Instagram Story featuring an X post from the White House, announcing her as one of the 2025 Kennedy Center Honorees. This year's honorees also include notable figures such as actor Sylvester Stallone, country singer George Strait, Hello, Dolly! star Michael Crawford, and the iconic band Kiss.
Navarro's criticism extended to President Trump's involvement in hosting the awards ceremony, expressing her discontent on Instagram. She accused the President of harboring an "envy of the Kennedys" and alleged that he is "destroying the Kennedy Center Honors."
While Navarro's comments reflect a broader liberal critique of President Trump, the Kennedy Center Honors remain a celebration of artistic achievement, with honorees selected for their significant contributions to American culture.
As the event approaches, the focus will likely remain on the achievements of the honorees, despite the political discourse surrounding the ceremony.
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