Trump Hosts 2025 Kennedy Centre Honourees in Oval Office Ceremony

President Donald Trump hosted the 2025 Kennedy Centre honourees at the Oval Office for a medal presentation ceremony. This year's recipients include Sylvester Stallone, Gloria Gaynor, George Strait, Kiss, and Michael Crawford. Trump has introduced changes to the selection process and administration of the Kennedy Centre.

President Donald Trump hosted the 2025 Kennedy Centre honourees at a medal presentation ceremony in the Oval Office on Saturday. The event recognized actor Sylvester Stallone, singers Gloria Gaynor and George Strait, rock band Kiss, and actor-singer Michael Crawford as this year's honourees.

Trump previously ignored the Kennedy Centre during his first presidency but has now made changes by replacing its board of trustees with GOP supporters and criticizing its programming and appearance. He claims to have had a significant role in selecting the 2025 honourees.

The annual Kennedy Centre Honours program, featuring tribute performances, is slated for taping at the performing arts center and later broadcast on CBS and Paramount+. Trump, attending as president for the first time, is set to participate following his decision to host the show.