Kennedy Center Honors Celebrate Icons Amid Political Backdrop
The Kennedy Center Honors celebrated Francis Ford Coppola, The Grateful Dead, and Bonnie Raitt, with tributes from notable figures like George Lucas and Al Pacino. The event also marked a farewell to President Joe Biden, who restored the tradition of presidential attendance at the ceremony. The honors featured performances by artists such as Dave Matthews and Emmylou Harris, and highlighted the contributions of honorees to arts and culture. The event also raised questions about future presidential attendance and arts funding under the incoming administration.