In a night that has left many ’90s fans disheartened, Robert Matthew Van Winkle, better known as Vanilla Ice, took the stage at a crowded New Year’s Eve party at Mar-A-Lago. The event, which featured the rapper’s iconic hit “Ice Ice Baby,” saw an array of guests, including the sons of former President Donald Trump and his attorney, Rudy Giuliani, all enjoying the festivities without masks.
Among the attendees were Fox News personality Jenna Parker and various individuals from the right-wing OANN network, all gathered at the Palm Beach resort. Notably absent was Donald Trump, who had returned to Washington D.C. earlier that day to deal with political matters. Nevertheless, Vanilla Ice, a known supporter of the MAGA movement, provided the evening’s entertainment.
Video footage from the event, shared and subsequently removed by a Trump staffer, depicted a ballroom filled with revelers dancing closely and enthusiastically singing along to “Ice Ice Baby.” This gathering blatantly disregarded CDC recommendations regarding public gatherings and mask-wearing, especially with over 346,000 American lives lost to COVID-19, as reported by Johns Hopkins University.
With Trump’s absence leaving guests to groove with Giuliani and the Trump siblings to tunes like “Play That Funky Music,” party-goers also enjoyed performances from other artists, including The Beach Boys. I can’t help but feel disappointed as someone who once paid to see Vanilla Ice on the “I Love the ’90s Tour”—a refund seems in order, especially considering the circumstances.
The event’s setup was less than ideal for health safety, with tables accommodating ten people and no apparent social distancing. The menu included items like “Mr. Trump’s Wedge Salad,” which likely lacked freshness, alongside some cheese tortellini. A total of 500 tickets were sold, priced in the four-figure range, all for the dubious privilege of celebrating in such a risky environment.
It’s surprising to learn that Vanilla Ice supported Trump throughout 2020, and now we must reevaluate his karaoke status in our household. More importantly, this gathering highlights the disregard for health guidelines and the ongoing struggles faced by those who have lost loved ones to the pandemic. It is a stark reminder of the selfishness that can overshadow compassion during these challenging times.
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Vanilla Ice’s performance at a maskless New Year’s Eve party at Mar-A-Lago has sparked disappointment among fans and raised concerns about public health safety during the ongoing pandemic. The event featured notable guests, including Rudy Giuliani and members of the Trump family, but blatantly ignored CDC guidelines. This gathering reflects the ongoing disregard for health protocols and highlights the need for compassion in times of loss.