On Wednesday, Beyoncé celebrated a festive white Christmas with a grand return to Houston, embodying classic Texas flair.
Dressed in all white, the 32-time Grammy winner made a striking entrance at NRG Stadium on a white horse, performing ’16 Carriages’ and her rendition of the Beatles’ ‘Blackbird’ to launch her A Cowboy Carter Christmas NFL halftime show during the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game.
Joined by a troupe of dancers and a marching band, Beyoncé continued her performance with songs like ‘Ya Ya’ and ‘Riiverdance’, before welcoming Shaboozey on stage. She then performed ‘Sweet Honey Buckin” and ‘Levii’s Jeans’, featuring Post Malone.
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Beyoncé later delivered her interpretation of Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’ while perched in the backseat of a moving convertible, before taking center stage to perform the lead single from her debut country album, ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’.
“I’m so honored to be in Texas right now,” she expressed. “It’s only fitting that we perform ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ for the first time in Houston, Texas on Christmas.”
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The artist was later joined by her 12-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, who participated in the square dance choreography alongside her mother.
Although Jay-Z did not partake in the family dance, Beyoncé’s halftime performance occurred amidst ongoing discussions regarding the NFL’s collaboration with Roc Nation, particularly in light of recent allegations against her husband.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed the situation, stating, “We are aware of the civil allegations and Jay-Z’s strong response to that. We understand that litigation is ongoing. However, our relationship with them remains unchanged, including our preparations for the upcoming Super Bowl.”
Recently, the 24-time Grammy winner faced serious accusations related to a civil lawsuit against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, alleging that he raped a 13-year-old girl in 2000.
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Person: Beyoncé, Shaboozey, Post Malone, Jay-Z, Blue Ivy Carter, Roger Goodell, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Company Names: Netflix, Roc Nation
Titles: A Cowboy Carter Christmas, 16 Carriages, Blackbiird, Ya Ya, Riiverdance, Sweet Honey Buckin’, Levii’s Jeans, Texas Hold ‘Em, Mufasa: The Lion King, Jolene
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