Obamas Sing At The Christmas in Washington Concert

The Obamas were among a bevy of A-list performers on Sunday night at the National Building Museum, celebrating the annual Christmas in Washington benefit concert. Among the famous were singers Neil Diamond and Mary J. Blige, the band Sugarland, comedian George Lopez, and teen sensation Justin Bieber.

The event was kicked off by Diamond who performed “Joy to the World” and “Winter Wonderland,” followed by Blige’s version of “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire).” Sugarland spiced things up by performing an original number, Gold and Green, and the Canadian youngster (Bieber) performed “Someday at Christmas.”

The President took a moment to remember the ones in need, including our men in uniform who are spending the holidays without their loved ones:

“With our men and women in uniform serving far from home, in harm’s way, our fervent wish remains this season, and all seasons: Let there be peace on earth.”

The night ended with tears as the Obamas stayed onstage to sing carols with the participating celebs, and the President even got a little emotional towards the end of “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing.”

The concert will be aired in its entirety on Dec 20, via TNT.

Will you be watching this year’s Christmas in Washington special?

Photo by AP

Source: Associates Press