South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol stunned President Biden and guests at the White House state dinner on Wednesday with his rendition of Don McClean’s classic song, “American Pie.”
“I had no damn idea you could sing,” a surprised Biden told Yoon after the performance. South Korean President Yoon surprises the crowd at the White House state dinner by singing what he said was one of his favorite songs, “American Pie.”signed by McLean that was sent by the artist, who was unable to make it to the state dinner.
“The next state dinner we’re going to have, you’re looking at the entertainment,” Biden joked to the crowd, meaning Yoon. South Korean President Yoon turns to President Biden during his rendition of Don McClean’s “American Pie.”President Biden jokingly said he had no idea President Yoon could sing that well.Wednesday’s black-tie affair honoring South Korea was the first state dinner at the White House since December 2022, whenActress Angelina Jolie and her son Maddox, home improvement stars Chip and Joanna Gaines, Sen.
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