Bret Michaels Is Fifth Act to Pull Out of ‘Freedom 250’ in D.C., Citing ‘Threats and Safety Concerns’ as Trump-Backed Shows ‘Evolved Into Something Divisive’
Bret Michaels has become the fifth artist to withdraw from the 'Freedom 250' concert series in Washington, D.C., citing safety concerns and threats. He expressed that the event has transformed from a celebration of the country into something divisive. Michaels emphasized that his decision is based on the safety of himself and his fans, rather than political reasons.
- ▪Five out of nine artists have pulled out of the 'Freedom 250' concerts.
- ▪Bret Michaels stated that the atmosphere around the show has been poisoned due to threats.
- ▪Only two acts, Vanilla Ice and Fab Morvan of Milli Vanilli, have confirmed their participation.
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Home Music News May 29, 2026 3:30am PT Bret Michaels Is Fifth Act to Pull Out of ‘Freedom 250’ in D.C., Citing ‘Threats and Safety Concerns’ as Trump-Backed Shows ‘Evolved Into Something Divisive’ By Chris Willman Plus Icon Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic ChrisWillman Latest Martina McBride Becomes Fourth Performer to Withdraw From D.C. Concert Series as Backlash to Trump-Backed ‘Freedom 250’ Grows 9 hours ago The Commodores Become Latest Act to Ditch ‘Freedom 250’ Concerts in D.C.
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