Berlin star Terri Nunn has apologised after performing at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida on New Year’s Eve.
The Take My Breath Away singer landed herself at the centre of controversy as fans questioned why she signed up for the bash amid the pandemic
Taking to social media, the star apologised for her involvement and admitted she was stunned by the lack of social distancing and masks amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
“I am truly sorry I performed at Mar-a-Lago and would not have done so if I’d known what I learned while I was there,” she wrote on Berlin’s Facebook page.
“My goal in performing was not to support a political party. I see now that that’s not the way it appeared and I am apologetic for that as well.
“The contract stated it was a small Covid-safe event for the members of Mar-a-Lago.
“Unfortunately it was not Covid-safe anywhere in Florida. I had no idea masks and social distancing were not required. I thought I was current on all Covid news everywhere, but clearly I was not.
“I was shocked by Florida and Mar-a-Lago’s lack of regard for the pandemic and if I’d known I would never have gone,” she insisted. “Once I fulfilled my contractual obligation, I left the event as quickly as I could.
“It is a mistake I regret. I took a Covid 19 test yesterday and tested negative.”
Nunn concluded: “My apologies to those in the LGBTQ community who thought my performance was a statement against them.
“I have been and always will be fully supportive.”
Berlin’s David Diamond also released a statement, noting that Nunn performed at the event solo and that it was not a band appearance.
A number of news outlets have reported that "Berlin" played Mar-a-Lago for NYE. I want to make clear that I was not at this show, nor did I ever plan to attend. I spent the evening at my home in #Truckee. Happy new year everyone! -David
— David Diamond (@DAMSurvival) January 2, 2021
“I want to make clear that I was not at this show, nor did I ever plan to attend. I spent the evening at my home in #Truckee,” he shared.