Beyonce’s Christmas Day halftime show at the NFL game between the Ravens and the Texans has sparked both admiration and controversy, leading her mother, Tina Knowles, to defend her daughter against the backlash. The 43-year-old pop icon performed for 13 minutes at NRG Stadium in her hometown of Houston, alongside guests Shaboozey, Post Malone, and her 12-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy. Despite the star-studded performance, Beyoncé was met with online trolling and criticism, with some detractors questioning her talent.
In response, Tina Knowles took to Instagram to express her disbelief over the negativity. She addressed a fan who had defended Beyonce, praising her flawless performance. Knowles remarked on the absurdity of people choosing to watch a performance they disliked just to criticize it later. “It is mind-boggling to me that you would take your precious Christmas Day and watch a performance of someone you hate and you don’t think has talent,” she wrote. She went on to suggest that those critical of Beyoncé must secretly admire her, as they couldn’t help but critique her work. Tina’s message concluded with a passionate reminder of Beyoncé’s resilience, referencing the mantra, “No weapon formed against me shall prosper.”
Beyond the online drama, Beyonce’s NFL halftime show was a financial and professional success. Reportedly, she generously rewarded her dancers with double pay for working on Christmas Day. An insider revealed that she made the gesture as a thank you for their hard work, acknowledging the show’s significant business impact. Additionally, Beyoncé is rumored to be planning to bring some of her former dancers back for her next tour.
With an estimated net worth of $600 million, Beyonce continues to impress with her work ethic and generosity. Her $20 million payday for the halftime performance solidified her status as one of the highest-paid performers in the world. Despite the trolls, it’s clear that her influence and talent remain unmatched.
