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Christmas Eve jazz concert canceled at Kennedy Center after Trump name added to building

December 25, 2025

The Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center was canceled following the announcement that President Donald Trump's name would be added to the building. Musician Chuck Redd, who has hosted the concert for over 20 years, decided to cancel in response to the name change, which was approved by Trump's appointed board.

Christmas Eve jazz concert canceled at Kennedy Center after Trump name added to building

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The concert was a holiday tradition for over 20 years.
Chuck Redd, the concert host, canceled the performance after the name change announcement.
The building's facade now reads The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts.
The name change was approved by President Trump's appointed board.

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Christmas Eve jazz concert canceled at Kennedy Center after Trump name added to building

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