Kelly Clarkson: Lincoln Medal Awards!

Kelly Clarkson stays classic in black at the Lincoln Medal Awards held at at Ford’s Theater on Sunday (June 6)

Her performance will be taped for broadcast on ABC on July 2. The Lincoln Medal is given each year to people who exemplify the legacy of Abraham Lincoln. This year, two people will be awarded: South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu and South African Constitutional Court Justice Albie Sachs.

Modern Family star Ty Burrell will host the program entitled, “America Celebrates July 4th at Ford’s Theatre.” It will also feature Gavin Lee from the Broadway musical Mary Poppins.

Ford’s Theatre is where Lincoln was assassinated in 1865.