In Chicago, former President and First Lady Barack and Michelle Obama are set to take the stage Tuesday night for remarks at the Democratic National Convention. However, they are not the only marquee names expected to appear at the United Center when the convention starts its second night.
Grammy-winning singer Patti LaBelle, known as “The Godmother of Soul,” was seen rehearsing along with her background singers Tuesday for an “In Memoriam” segment scheduled for the evening’s program. Additionally, Grammy-winning rapper Common was seen rehearsing his song “Fortunate,” featuring Pete Rock later in the afternoon.
A convention official confirmed to CNN that both artists will be taking the convention stage to perform.
Country music singers Mickey Guyton and Jason Isbell performed during Monday’s session of the DNC. However, significant delays throughout the night led organizers to cancel a scheduled performance from James Taylor later in the evening.
Other famous faces have also graced the stage at the convention, with Tony Goldwyn, Ana Navarro, Kerry Washington, and Mindy Kaling serving as hosts of the proceedings. Goldwyn acted as host on Monday night, followed by Navarro on Tuesday. Kaling will host Wednesday night of the DNC, while Washington will be on hand Thursday when Kamala Harris is set to formally accept the Democratic nomination.
CNN’s Elizabeth Wagmeister contributed to this report.
