On Wednesday, President Donald Trump announced this year’s recipients of the Kennedy Center Honors, which he presides over as the entity’s chairman. Among those set to receive the prestigious distinction are Gaynor, “Rocky” actor Sylvester Stallone, and the rock band Kiss.

President Donald Trump’s attempts to amass power for himself and push his restrictive conservative agenda have extended to the arts and entertainment industries, as he has taken over the Kennedy Center and its prestigious honors ceremony.

Tom Cruise reportedly declined an invitation to receive a Kennedy Center Honor from President Donald Trump. However, the 'Mission: Impossible' star is set to receive an honorary Oscar later this year.