Overview
- The singer performed Volare in a flowing white dress at San Siro as the Winter Games opened in Milan.
- Viewers on X and other platforms accused her of lip-syncing, pointing to moments where lips appeared out of sync with the track.
- Some reactions criticized a stiff stage presence and suggested she looked to be reading from a teleprompter.
- Commentators questioned her selection for the Italy-hosted ceremony given her lack of Italian heritage, despite her opera training and noted vocal range.
- Coverage reports no statement from Carey or Milan 2026 organizers addressing whether vocals were live as online criticism continued.