Amon-Ra St. Brown Apologizes for Controversial ‘Trump Dance’
Amon-Ra St. Brown, the talented wide receiver for the Detroit Lions, recently issued an apology regarding his touchdown celebration during a game against the Washington Commanders. This particular celebration, which resembled the “Trump dance,” took place in the first quarter of their matchup on November 9, 2025, in Landover, Maryland. The game was notable not only for the Lions’ commanding performance but also for the attendance of former President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Amon-Ra St. Brown’s Apology
During a recent episode of the “St. Brown Podcast,” which he co-hosts with his brother Equanimeous St. Brown, the two-time All-Pro expressed regret over any offense his dance may have caused. He stated, “If I offended anyone, I do apologize. I did not mean to offend anyone. It was just, we’re having fun.” St. Brown clarified that the celebration was not intended to be political and mentioned that he would have emulated any president present at the game.
Details of the Celebration
St. Brown’s dance included gestures associated with Trump, such as pointing to the crowd and moving his arms, elements that Trump has often used during his appearances. Former President Trump shared a clip of this celebration on Truth Social, humorously referring to St. Brown as “Amon-Ra St. Trump.” St. Brown emphasized that his intent was merely to share a light-hearted moment, saying, “We were just having fun, doing the dance. Nothing more, nothing less.”
Context of the Game
- Date of Game: November 9, 2025
- Location: Landover, Maryland
- Score: Lions defeated the Commanders decisively
- Attendees: Former President Donald Trump and several high-profile officials
This was not the first instance of the so-called “Trump dance” making an appearance in sports this year; members of the Detroit Tigers employed a similar celebration during a game at Yankee Stadium on September 11, when Trump was also in attendance.
St. Brown’s Season Performance
Amon-Ra St. Brown is having an impressive season, with 64 receptions and eight touchdowns over the first nine games. His dynamic play continues to contribute significantly to the Lions’ success in the current NFL season.
