Actress and producer Issa Rae, known for her role in the hit show 'Insecure,' has made the decision to cancel an upcoming event at the prestigious Kennedy Center. This move comes in response to the recent appointment of President Donald Trump as the center's new chairman.
Rae took to her Instagram Story to inform her followers about the cancellation of the event titled 'An Evening with Issa Rae.' She expressed gratitude to her fans for the event selling out but cited concerns about the values of the institution in light of the recent appointment.
In her statement, Rae emphasized her belief that the appointment of President Trump as chairman goes against the inclusive and diverse spirit of the Kennedy Center, which has historically celebrated artists from various backgrounds and art forms. As a result, she felt compelled to withdraw from the scheduled appearance.
The Kennedy Center has confirmed President Trump's new role as chairman of the board and announced the addition of several new board members appointed by him. This move follows the removal of trustees who were previously appointed by Democratic presidents.
Rae also assured ticket holders that refunds will be issued for the canceled event. Her decision to pull out of the Kennedy Center engagement underscores the growing influence of political dynamics on the arts and entertainment industry.
