Following Kendrick Lamar's performance at Super Bowl LIX, featuring guest dancer Serena Williams, "The View" co-host Ana Navarro jokingly speculated about a potential executive order from former President Trump barring Black performers from future halftime shows. Navarro, admitting she hadn't watched the game, expressed her amusement at the reactions to Lamar's performance, noting the enthusiasm from Black viewers on her social media feeds and the contrasting displeasure from some others. She linked this to previous discussions on the show about the NFL's removal of the "End Racism" message from end zones, suggesting the halftime show's celebration of Black culture might be perceived as a defiant response.
Co-host Sunny Hostin echoed Navarro's sentiments, highlighting the significance of showcasing "Black excellence" in front of the then-sitting president. Hostin praised Lamar's performance as multi-layered performance art, emphasizing the symbolism of the performers dressed in red, white, and blue and the commentary on the divided state of the country. She also pointed out Serena Williams' participation and the deeper meaning behind the choreography.
While "The View" hosts assumed Trump might have been displeased with the performance, they acknowledged his history with the hip-hop community, referencing various rappers who have mentioned him in their songs. The article also mentions Trump's pre-game interview with Fox News where he predicted the Chiefs would win.
