Hollywood and celebrity A-listers did everything in their power to stop Donald Trump from returning to the White House last year, bringing to the campaign trail megastars including Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Beyonce, Katy Perry and Oprah, among others.

They failed. But, unlike in 2017, there are early signs that celebs may be willing to warm to President-elect Trump.

Country music star Carrie Underwood made headlines this week by agreeing to perform “America the Beautiful” at Trump's inauguration on Monday, a notably higher caliber star than he usually attracts. His 2017 inauguration performers included 3 Doors Down, Toby Keith, Big & Rich and “America’s Got Talent” runner-up Jackie Evancho.

By comparison, President Biden had Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, John Legend, Bruce Springsteen and Garth Brooks at his inauguration.

Underwood’s announcement raised eyebrows. Up until now, she has largely steered clear of partisan politics. The singer defended her decision to perform right before Trump takes the oath of office not with an endorsement, but with a call for unity in fiercely partisan political era.

“I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event,” Underwood said in a statement to USA Today. “I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.”

She was met with........

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