Carrie Underwood climbed her way to the top by singing top hits and selling records, concerts, and cross-country tours to singing for the president at his inauguration

Whoopi Goldberg has weighed in on the backlash against Carrie Underwood after the country singer confirmed she will perform at Donald Trump ’s inauguration. The Before He Cheats hitmaker will sing America the Beautiful at the event which will see the controversial businessman and politician sworn in for a second time.

Her victory on ‘American Idol’ in 2005 launched her into national fame, leading to a successful career with nine albums, eight Grammys, and even a fitness app. Her connection with the Republican Party

Among those attending will be celebrities like Carrie Underwood and Lee Greenwood, politicians like Bill Clinton and Barack Obama and some world leaders.

Country music superstar Carrie Underwood will perform “America the Beautiful” at U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, according to a copy of the program shared by a spokesperson of the presidential inaugural committee.