Whoopi Goldberg said she stands behind Carrie Underwood after the singer announced she will perform at President-elect Donald ...

Whoopi Goldberg ... among some Trump critics, Goldberg defended the "American Idol" star. "I stand behind her," she said. "If I believe I have the right to make up my mind to go perform someplace ...

"The View" moderator said she "won't be watching" the inauguration, but supports Underwood's right to perform where she wants to amid fan backlash.

Whoopi Goldberg, Carrie Underwood and Donald Trump ... If I believe I have the right to make up my mind to go perform some place, I believe they have the same right. I have to support.