Issa Rae Cancels Sold-Out Kennedy Center Show After Trump Becomes Chairman
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Alright, let’s talk about this big move from Issa Rae. If you haven't heard yet, the actress, producer, and creator of Insecure just pulled out of her sold-out event at the Kennedy Center. And it’s all because of a major shake-up in leadership—Donald Trump was just elected chairman of the Kennedy Center’s board of trustees. Yeah, you heard that right.
Issa Rae made the announcement on Instagram, explaining that she could no longer participate in an event at an institution where she felt the core values were being compromised. She didn’t call out Trump by name, but let’s be real—it’s clear why she made this decision. Just a day before her announcement, Trump shared on Truth Social that he had been unanimously elected chairman of the Kennedy Center’s board. And he wasted no time making changes, reportedly replacing board members with his loyalists.
Now, this is where things get interesting. The Kennedy Center has long been a symbol of artistic expression and inclusivity. It’s a place that has celebrated diverse voices across all creative fields. But with Trump taking over, there’s a lot of concern about what this means for the future of the institution. And Issa Rae isn’t the only one taking a stand. Since Trump’s takeover, other big names have also distanced themselves from the Kennedy Center, including musician Ben Folds and opera singer Renée Fleming, who both stepped down from their advisory roles.
Fans who had been looking forward to "An Evening With Issa Rae" will be getting refunds, but this isn’t just about one event. It’s about what happens next. Will more artists follow Rae’s lead? Will Trump’s leadership drastically change the Kennedy Center’s programming? It’s too soon to tell, but one thing is clear—this decision by Issa Rae sends a powerful message. When it comes to standing by her values, she’s not afraid to walk away.
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