Jewel made a surprise appearance during the inauguration festivities for Donald Trump, performing for Robert Kennedy Jr. and Cheryl Hines at the 'Make America Healthy Again' ball.

Donald Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration brought out performers like Carrie Underwood, Snoop Dogg, Kid Rock, The Village People, and Nelly, but fans of this A-list singer probably did not expect her name to be on this list.

Jewel’s appearance was apparently a gift to Kennedy’s wife, Cheryl Hines, and was unexpected — Jewel was not previously included on the list of performers for the 2025 Inauguration events hosted on Monday, January 20, in celebration of President Donald Trump ’s second term.

The MAHA Inaugural Ball, hosted by MAHA Action in collaboration with Lolli Brands Entertainment, marks a historic occasion as the nation embraces a renewed focus on health and unity. Taking place on January 20,

Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk’s organization, is hosting an inaugural eve ball. Soon-to-be Vice President JD Vance is touted as a guest, along with Donald Trump Jr., and two nominees: DNI pick Tulsi Gabbard and FBI director appointee Kash Patel. The Village People will perform at this ball as well. An individual ticket will cost you $15,000.

Cheryl Hines was front and center at Donald Trump’s inaugural events, after previously criticizing the president and distancing herself from MAGA world. Though she along with other spouses of Cabinet nominees wasn’t seated on the dais during the swearing-in,