Donald Trump inauguration concert: Jon Voight criticises 'barrage of propaganda' and thanks God in speech

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The day of reckoning is here. Donald Trump will be sworn-in as the 45th President of the United States later today - a day many feared and some thought would never come.

Yesterday, the day before the inauguration, a celebratory concert took place at the Lincoln memorial, with numerous artists performing.

At one point, Oscar-winner Jon Voight appeared on stage to thank Trump and all those who voted for the Republican.

“This is some day,” Voight began. “Dear friends. Fellow Americans. I’m so honoured to be here to welcome you all to the inauguration of the 45th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump.

“We have all been witness to a very gruelling year-and-a-half for the President-elect. We have all witnessed a barrage of propaganda that left us all breathless in anticipation, not knowing if God could reverse all the negative lies against Mr Trump whose only desire was to make America great again. He certainly didn’t need this job, and yes, God answered our prayers.”

Interestingly, Trump has previously been very critical of Voight’s daughter, actress Angelina Jolie. “She's been with so many guys she makes me look like a baby, OK, with the other side,” he told Larry King during a 2006 interview. “And, I just don't even find her attractive.”

Throughout Trump’s campaign, thought, Voight remained an ardent supporter of the controversial figure despite most of Hollywood being increasingly critical.

Another notable moment from the inauguration concert was Trump singing along to “God Bless the USA,” leading to a nightmarish GIF to signal in his Presidency.