Annual White House dinner: Celebrities Attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner
A handful of actors, entertainers, and notable figures attended the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, an annual event that raises funds to support journalists who cover the president. The dinner was held at the Hilton in Washington, D.C., and featured a mix of celebrities, media executives, and luminaries.
Notable Attendees
Some notable attendees included Jason Isaacs, who starred in Season 3 of “The White Lotus,” Dean Norris, known for his role in “Breaking Bad,” and Tim Daly, who played Henry McCord on “Madam Secretary.” Other attendees included Lynda Carter, known for her portrayal of Wonder Woman in the 1970s TV series, actress Alex Borstein, from “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and “Family Guy,” and “Shark Tank” personality Kevin O’Leary.
President Trump’s Absence
President Donald Trump and his administration opted to skip the dinner, continuing a trend that began in 2015. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt had previously indicated that she would not attend the event either. The President and First Lady Melania Trump were elsewhere, attending the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome on April 26.
Comedian Disinvited
The White House Correspondents’ Association had initially booked comedian Amber Ruffin to headline the dinner. However, the association disinvited her after White House staffers criticized comments made by Ruffin that were critical of the Trump administration. Association President Eugene Daniels explained the decision, stating that the focus of the dinner should be on awarding outstanding journalists and providing scholarships and mentorship to the next generation of journalists.
Still on Annual White House dinner
Awards and Remarks
During the dinner, awards were bestowed upon an array of journalists in recognition of their outstanding work. Daniels discussed threats to journalism, pausing to thank previous U.S. presidents who had attended the dinner in years prior. He emphasized that the association invites presidents to remind them of their role and responsibility to support a free press.
Defense of Journalism
Daniels defended journalism, a profession under attack nationally and globally. He stated, “What we are not is the opposition. What we are not is the enemy of the people. And what we are not is the enemy of the state.” This statement underscored the importance of a free press in a democratic society and highlighted the challenges faced by journalists in the current environment.
Video Tribute
The dinner included a video compilation of previous presidents attending the event, featuring clips of Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Ronald Reagan. This tribute served as a reminder of the long-standing tradition of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and the role of the press in holding those in power accountable.
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