- Gloria Gaynor has no confirmed history of supporting Trump or the GOP.
- She has emphasized Christian values but denied anti-LGBTQ+ bias in a 2019 NPR interview.
- Her Kennedy Center honor aligns with Trump’s populist rebranding of the awards.
- Critics argue her participation undermines “I Will Survive”’s legacy as a protest anthem.
- Trump’s direct involvement marks a break from the honors’ bipartisan tradition.
Gloria Gaynor’s selection as a 2025 Kennedy Center honoree by Donald Trump has sparked questions about her political leanings.
The disco icon, whose anthem “I Will Survive” became a LGBTQ+ empowerment anthem, now faces scrutiny over her ties to the polarizing president. Here’s what’s known—and what’s not—about her stance.
Gloria Gaynor’s Political Ties: What She’s Said (and Hasn’t Said)
No public records confirm Gaynor as a Trump supporter or Republican. Unlike fellow honoree Sylvester Stallone—who called Trump the “second George Washington”, Gaynor has avoided overt political endorsements. However, her past comments on faith and LGBTQ+ rights have drawn criticism
“I want to lead [fans] to Christ and what he has for them. I want to lead them to truth.” —Gloria Gaynor, 2007 interview with Radio 4.
In 2016, she criticized the “lack of dignity” in politics without naming Trump and praised Barack Obama for upholding presidential decorum. Her acceptance of Trump’s honor contrasts with her fanbase: 92% of Black women voters rejected Trump in 2024.
Congratulations to our Honorees for the 48th Kennedy Center Honors:
Michael Crawford
Gloria Gaynor
Sylvester Stallone
KISS
George Strait pic.twitter.com/EOi50CEozY— The Kennedy Center (@kencen) August 13, 2025
The Kennedy Center Controversy: Why Her Honor Feels Political
Donald Trump handpicked Gaynor, boasting he was “98% involved” in selections and rejected “wokesters”. His overhaul of the traditionally bipartisan awards has drawn backlash:
“Under Trump, the ceremony is now a curated display of loyalty.” —BlackPressUSA.
Gaynor’s anthem, synonymous with LGBTQ+ resilience, clashes with Trump’s policies targeting transgender rights 8. Yet Trump praised the song as “unbelievable” during the announcement.
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