Gloria Gaynor has donated thousands of dollars to Republican candidates in recent years, records show.
President Donald Trump’s choice of Gloria Gaynor as a Kennedy Center honoree has spotlighted her donations to Republican politicians.
The “I Will Survive” singer was personally selected by Trump earlier this month to receive a prestigious Kennedy Center honor.
“My hope is that in accepting this honor, I can continue with the inspirational phenomenon that began with ‘I Will Survive,’” Gaynore said in a statement to the Daily Mail, confirming her acceptance of the honor.
“Sharing my music and art on a global level to provide encouragement, hope, empowerment, inspiration, understanding, and unity is the core of my purpose.”
With Gaynor’s 1978 disco classic becoming an LGBTQ+ anthem, many questioned whether she would attend the Dec. 7 ceremony. After she confirmed her acceptance, attention quickly turned to her past political contributions.
Other contributions the singer has made include support for political action committees, such as New Journey PAC, which targets Black voters in support of MAGA candidates, including Trump and Byron Donalds.
In this year’s Kennedy Center Honors ceremony, Gaynor will join George Strait, KISS, Sylvester Stallone, and Michael Crawford. Trump will host the event.
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Source: Black Enterprise
