The rapper Vanilla Ice, whose real name is Robert Matthew Van Winkle, brought his hit “Ice Ice Baby” to a New Year’s Eve celebration at Mar-A-Lago, where attendees opted not to wear masks. Among the crowd were Donald Trump’s sons and his attorney, Rudy Giuliani, joining in the revelry.
Also spotted at the Palm Beach resort were Fox News host Jeanine Pirro and various personalities from the right-wing network OANN. Notably, President Trump himself was absent, having traveled back to Washington D.C. earlier that day to deal with his recent defense bill veto and prepare for a trip to Georgia for the upcoming election.
A video shared and later removed by a member of Team Trump showcased guests celebrating the New Year while dancing closely and belting out lyrics to Vanilla Ice’s iconic track. This event blatantly disregarded CDC guidelines regarding mask-wearing and social distancing amid a pandemic that has claimed over 346,000 American lives, as reported by Johns Hopkins University.
Though Trump was not in attendance, guests were treated to Giuliani, Don Jr., and Eric hitting the dance floor to tunes like “Play That Funky Music,” alongside performances by Berlin and The Beach Boys. I once invested in a ticket to see Vanilla Ice during his “I Love the ’90s Tour,” and I feel compelled to request a refund, no offense to Salt or Pepa.
The venue’s tables were set for ten, and social distancing was non-existent as guests enjoyed a menu featuring “Mr. Trump’s Wedge Salad”—which likely didn’t taste fresh—and cheese tortellini. With 500 tickets sold at four-figure prices, attendees risked exposure to a potentially deadly virus, a troubling legacy of Trump’s presidency.
I closely follow political news, yet Vanilla Ice’s support for Trump had slipped under my radar in 2020. Now, I have the difficult task of telling my spouse that we can no longer choose him for karaoke night, and we must also reconsider future episodes of The Vanilla Ice Project on HGTV.
This gathering not only contradicts public health advice, but it also disrespects those who have lost loved ones to COVID-19 this year. While this behavior is unsurprising, it remains a striking example of the selfishness exhibited by some individuals.
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Summary:
Vanilla Ice performed at a maskless New Year’s Eve party at Mar-A-Lago, attracting notable guests, including Donald Trump’s family and Rudy Giuliani. The event ignored CDC guidelines amidst the pandemic, reflecting a disregard for public safety. Reports indicate that attendees were packed closely together, celebrating with food and music, while the absence of Trump left Giuliani and his sons to entertain the crowd. This gathering has drawn criticism for its insensitivity to the ongoing health crisis.