Ariana Grande's subtle reaction to Carrie Underwood's performance

Carrie Underwood showed off her vocal prowess and professionalism when she performed at President Donald Trump's inauguration, but the moment was not without controversy.

After the event, a post that appeared to shade Underwood went viral, and Ariana Grande's unexpected “like” has caught the attention of fans.

The “American Idol” alum sang “America the Beautiful” in front of a sizable audience that included the president, his family and prominent political figures at the event, which was held in the U.S. Capitol rotunda.

Underwood's decision to perform a cappellacaused by an unexpected audio malfunction became the focal point of the event. When the backing instrumental failed to play, the seasoned performer didn't miss a beat. She mouthed, “I can just sing it,” before confidently picking up the mic and starting to play. Her quick thinking and grace under pressure received applause from the audience who joined her in the performance.

Members of the Armed Forces Chorus and the United States Naval Academy Glee Club spoke, creating a powerful and unifying moment that turned a potential disaster into a highlight of the ceremony.

A now-viral Instagram post poked fun at the country singer's a cappella moment as she captioned a picture of the vice president. Kamala Harris watching Underwood with “Kamala Harris reminiscent of Coco Montres ('Girl Find the Note') watching Carrie Underwood at today's chilling inauguration,” referencing the famous line from “RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars.”

The post drew attention not only with its humor, but also with the surprising interaction of pop star Ariana Grande.

Eagle-eyed fans noticed that Grande's shady post was “liked.” Social media users were quick to comment on the interaction. “Ariana loved this lmfao (laughing face emoticon),” one fan wrote, while another added: “ARIANA HAHAH”.

A third chimed in with a reference to the performance's technical problems, joking: “Her tape breaks so she had to sing acapella? Gays did it!!!”

As the humorous post gained traction, many came to Underwood's defense, applauding her poise in handling the technical difficulties. Fans described her as a 'class act' and praised her ability to turn an unexpected challenge into a heartfelt and memorable moment. One supporter wrote: “Flaws or not, she got it. It's a real professional. “

Underwood's look was also noted for its elegance. She wore a sleeveless white draped dress paired with diamond earrings that epitomized the dignity of the occasion. After her performance, she received a heartfelt thank you from President Trump and Vice President J.D. Vanceshaking hands and sharing smiles with the nation's leaders.

After it was announced that Donald Trump was beating Kamal Harris in the recent presidential election, Ariana Grande took to Instagram Stories to share a heartfelt message of solidarity with her fans, especially members of the LGBTQ+ community.

On a stark black background, Grande wrote: “Holding a hand to every person who feels the immeasurable weight of this outcome today.” Next to her post is the caption “yeah, and?” singer shared resources aimed at supporting LGBTQ+ communities during this difficult time.

Grande's message is a continuation of her longstanding advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. On International Transgender Day of Visibility 2022, she pledged to donate up to $1.5 million to the Protect & Defend Trans youth fund, which benefits 18 organizations dedicated to supporting trans youth. Her commitment to activism has been a defining aspect of her public persona as she constantly uses her platform to amplify important causes.

In addition to LGBTQ+ advocacy, Grande has been an active supporter of reproductive rights. In 2019, she donated $250,000 to Planned Parenthood and later joined the #BansOffOurBodies campaign, further reinforcing her commitment to protecting individual liberties and access to health care.

Grande's philanthropic efforts also extend to her live performances. She has participated in many charity concerts, including a 2015 performance with Miley Cyrus for the Happy Hippie Foundation, which supports LGBTQ+ youth.

She also headlined NYC Pride's 27th annual Dance on the Pier event, raising funds for organizations such as TKO Society, TENT, and JASMYN.