President Trump Announces 2025 Kennedy Center Honors Selections: George Strait, Sylvester Stallone, and More
President Donald Trump has announced his selections for the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors, which include country legend George Strait. Other honorees named by Trump for the prestigious event are Michael Crawford, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, and Sylvester Stallone. Trump was heavily involved in the selection process, turning down artists he deemed too "woke." George Strait, known as the "King of Country," is a highly respected figure in the country music industry. Sylvester Stallone, famous for his roles in the Rocky and Rambo franchises, is a vocal supporter of Trump. Michael Crawford, known for his role in The Phantom of the Opera, and Gene Simmons from Kiss, who appeared on Celebrity Apprentice, were also chosen by Trump. The ceremony is set to take place in December 2025, with Trump planning to host the event himself.