Aretha Franklin's iconic hat and performance at Obama's inauguration
During the presidential inauguration of Barack Obama on January 20, 2009, in Washington, D.C., singer Aretha Franklin delivered a soulful, gospel-style performance of 'My Country, ’Tis of Thee.'
Franklin's appearance became a cultural sensation, largely due to her distinctive hat. Designed by Luke Song, the owner of her Chicago-based millinery, the hat was made of pearl gray wool felt with a round crown and a short, curved brim. It featured a prominent large bow embellished with Swarovski crystals, which became a subject of widespread discussion and early internet memes.
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Aretha Franklin · Barack Obama · Luke Song · Swarovski · Washington, D.C.
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- [● 4 SOURCES] The event took place during Barack Obama's presidential inauguration on January 20, 2009. www.eldia.es · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · www.informacion.es · www.lne.es
- [● 4 SOURCES] Aretha Franklin performed a soulful, gospel-style version of 'My Country, ’Tis of Thee' at the inauguration. www.eldia.es · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · www.informacion.es · www.lne.es
- [● 4 SOURCES] The hat was a pearl gray wool felt with a round crown, short curved brim, and a large bow adorned with Swarovski crystals. www.eldia.es · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · www.informacion.es · www.lne.es
- [● 4 SOURCES] The hat worn by Aretha Franklin was designed by Luke Song, owner of her reference millinery in Chicago. www.eldia.es · www.lacronicabadajoz.com · www.informacion.es · www.lne.es