Here’s a news-style summary about Carrie Underwood being praised for her performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration:
Carrie Underwood performed America the Beautiful at Trump’s 2025 inauguration on January 20 in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. Her scheduled backing music abruptly failed — but without missing a beat, she asked the audience, “If you know the words, help me out here,” and then delivered a powerful a cappella rendition. Fox News+2The Independent+2
A number of commentators and fans praised her professionalism and poise under pressure. One lauded her as a “champ” for handling the glitch and still delivering a stirring performance. Fox News+1
Despite earlier backlash for agreeing to perform at the inauguration, many felt Underwood’s response to the technical glitch — carrying on with dignity and involving the crowd — turned the moment into a display of resilienc
