Donald Trump is struggling to find big name stars to appear at festivities surrounding his inauguration next month, according to Hollywood insiders.

Mr Trump's team is aiming to raise $75 million to spend on lavish events, including a concert on the National Mall, to celebrate his taking office and wants to attract internationally famous performers.

But one agent asked to help with recruiting stars said he couldn't find anyone "not even for a billion dollars" following the divisive campaign fought by Mr Trump.

Top performers usually waive their six-figure fees for appearing at presidential inaugurations.

Mr Trump's team denied it was offering to pay performance fees. A spokesman said: “No one with any official position or official relationship with the presidential inaugural committee is engaging in the conduct described.

"We are focused on organising an exciting and uniting celebration of freedom and democracy."

Grammy-winning musician John Legend told the BBC he is "not surprised at all" that few stars are willing to perform at the inauguration.