The singer-songwriter says she's "so sorry that some of my longtime fans feel that I let them down." Jewel is responding to criticism of her decision to perform at a recent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. event.

Jewel has spoken out after disappointing some fans by performing at Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again Inaugural Ball on Monday, which many interpreted as a sign that she backs the incoming administration.

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.

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.

"Curb Your Enthusiasm" star Cheryl Hines has joined President-elect Trump's inner circle as her husband Robert F. Kennedy awaits confirmation for his Cabinet role.

Jewel surprised President Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. supporters Monday with a performance at the MAHA Ball at the Waldorf Astoria, Washington, D.C.

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,