AceShowbiz - Morris Day has publicly denied any involvement in performing at the upcoming Freedom 250 festival, despite his name appearing on the event's official lineup.

The festival, scheduled to take place on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. from June 25 to July 10, has sparked controversy due to its perceived political connections. Morris Day took to social media to clarify that he will not be participating in the Great American State Fair event, contradicting the promotional materials that list him and his band, The Time, as headliners for the June 27 date.

Fans quickly reacted with concern after seeing Morris Day's name included in the Freedom 250 lineup, questioning whether he had agreed to perform at what many view as a Trump-aligned celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The backlash was immediate and widespread, fueled by the political undertones associated with the festival.

The Freedom 250 event also features a diverse roster of artists such as Vanilla Ice, Flo Rida, The Commodores, Milli Vanilli, C+C Music Factory, Young MC, Bret Michaels, and Martina McBride. However, the organizers have not addressed the confusion or confirmed the accuracy of the advertised lineup.

Interestingly, Morris Day does have a confirmed performance on June 5 at Paisley Park’s annual Prince celebration in Minneapolis, indicating he remains active in his summer schedule despite the Freedom 250 controversy.

This situation highlights the challenges artists face when their names are linked to events with strong political associations, sometimes without their consent or approval. It also reflects the tension between promotional commitments and public perception, especially when fans scrutinize the platforms where artists are expected to appear.

For now, Morris Day has made it clear he will not be part of the Freedom 250 festival, distancing himself from the politically charged event and the controversy surrounding it.

This article is based on reporting originally published by AllHipHop.