Presidential Inauguration: Last News

Former President Bill Clinton has had two inauguration ceremonies of his own, and he also attended those of his successor George W. Bush, followed Barack Obama. So when it came time for President Joe Biden‘s turn, the now 74-year-old seemed to close his eyes for a bit of rest as the new POTUS spoke. The moment was caught during a quick cutaway amid Biden’s speech where Clinton’s eyes were closed.

Sealed with a kiss! On Inauguration Day, President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden reminded us of what it looks like to have a loving husband and wife in the White House.

After performing “This Land Is Your Land” at the presidential inauguration, Jennifer Lopez broke out her Spanish to deliver an important message. “Una nacion bajo Dios, indivisible, con libertad y justicia para todas,” the singer said at the top of her lungs. This phrase, in English, is translated to: “One nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” This call for unity was prominent at the inauguration, as the United States finally moved on from having Donald Trump as president.

Newly-inaugurated Joe Biden‘s message rang loud and clear as he spoke at the Capitol on January 20: the United States must now work toward unity. With Donald Trump‘s presidency now officially over, Biden wants the country to move forward — together — and heal. Flanked by Vice President Kamala Harris and First Lady Jill Biden, President Biden said that he was “humbled by the faith you placed in us” and pledged to be a president for “ALL Americans.”

Moments after Joe Biden addressed the nation as president for the first time, Garth Brooks showed up at the inauguration to perform. The country superstar took off his cowboy hat as he belted out “Amazing Grace” at the event. With President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, members of Congress and more looking on, Garth put his country twist on the hymn.

Lady Gaga belted out an incredible version of the National Anthem at the presidential inauguration for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on Jan. 20, 2021. Before Joe was sworn in as president, Gaga kicked off the historic day with her performance of the “Star Spangled Banner.” She hit every note to perfection and looked amazing in a dress with black bodice and big red skirt, which featured a gold dove, the symbol of peace, across her heart. Gaga completed the look with her hair in a braided updo, along with gold earrings and red lipstick. She was beaming throughout her entire performance,  with a huge smile on her face, and at one point, she motioned towards the American Flag.

City of South Fulton Fire Captain Andrea Hall, 47, is making her way from George to Washington, DC on January 20 to recite the Pledge of Allegiance at Joe Biden‘s presidential inauguration. Andrea, a trailblazing firefighter, the first Black female fire captain in her town’s history, says she’s “humbled” and “honored” to bring the country together with the pledge. Here’s what else you need to know about her:

She’s the nation’s youngest poet laureate. She’s received awards from College Women of the Year and the Webbys. And now, Amanda Gorman can add inauguration poet to her resume. Amanda, 22, was picked by incoming first lady, Dr. Jill Biden, to join the likes of Maya Angelou (her hero) and Robert Frost by reading a poem at the 2021 inauguration. Here’s five things you need to know about Amanda and her incredible work:

Chrissy Teigen is the queen of social media, and it was no surprise to her followers when she documented her family’s pre-inauguration day activity. She shared video from leaving L.A. to arriving in Washington D.C., where husband John Legend will be performing at soon to be President Joe Biden‘s televised inaugural evening event Celebrating America. But she got a little carried away by showing her talented hubby’s performance setting at his dress rehearsal. The 35-year-old shared behind the scenes video snippets with fans, which she was NOT supposed to do.

With so many soldiers and national guardspeople from across the country called up to help protect Washington D.C. from any potential Pro-Donald Trump riots, violence or insurrection attempts during Joe Biden‘s inauguration on Jan. 20, six members got a special treat in the form of a selfie with Jennifer Lopez! The superstar is in town to perform at the ceremony, and stopped to pose for photos with a group of soldiers protecting the U.S. Capitol building. JLo shared a video of the sweet moment to her Instagram account on Jan. 19.