Rapper Vanilla Ice says he plans to perform in Washington, D.C., as part of a “Freedom 250” concert series on the National Mall, despite criticism or political attention surrounding the event. In comments reported by CBS News, he says he does not view his involvement as political and does not understand why others are framing it that way. Both outlets report that Vanilla Ice responds to the controversy by saying he would perform for anyone. The Washington Times adds that he specifically mentioned Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iran when discussing who he would play for, saying he would not change his decision based on the identities of potential audiences or figures involved. The reports also note that some other artists have dropped out of the concert lineup, while Vanilla Ice maintains his participation. The statements focus on his personal stance toward politics and his willingness to perform regardless of political associations.
Vanilla Ice says he would perform at D.C. concert, including for Putin and Iran
Rapper Vanilla Ice says he plans to perform in Washington, D.C., as part of a “Freedom 250” concert series on the National Mall, despite criticism or political attention surrounding the event. In comm...
- Vanilla Ice says he will perform in Washington, D.C., as part of the Freedom 250 concerts on the National Mall.
- He says he does not consider the performances to be political.
- Vanilla Ice tells reporters he would perform for anyone.
- In explaining his position, he specifically mentions Vladimir Putin and Iran.
- Reports say some other artists have dropped out of the lineup while Vanilla Ice remains involved.
Rapper Vanilla Ice plans to perform at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, despite other artists dropping out, telling CBS News that he would perform for anyone -- including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iran.
2 months ago"It's not anything to do with politics. I don't know why they're turning it into politics," Vanilla Ice said of the Freedom 250 concerts planned in Washington, D.C.
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