Milli Vanilli and Morris Day have announced they will not perform at the Freedom 250 events on Washington's National Mall, despite being listed in the 'first wave' of performers for 'The Great American State Fair' in June and July.
Milli Vanilli singer Jodie Rocco told The Associated Press that neither she, her sister Linda Rocco nor any other group members had been asked to appear. 'My sister and I were shocked to see our name, “Milli Vanilli”, as one of the performers,' she wrote in an email.
Morris Day posted on Instagram that 'Contrary to rumor, Morris Day & The Time will not be performing at the “GREAT AMERICAN STATE FAIR.”' Young MC also issued a statement questioning the event's non-partisan nature, saying artists were not told about any political involvement.
Freedom 250, launched by President Donald Trump last year, describes itself as a non-partisan organisation. A spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Trump appointed Keith Krach, a former under secretary of state, as CEO.
Other acts announced include the Commodores, Flo Rida and Martina McBride. Vanilla Ice, however, confirmed he will perform, with a representative saying he is 'proud to help celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary.'
