Beyonce gave a memorable performance during Netflix’s halftime show on Christmas Day at NRG Stadium – and fans are all saying the same thing.
The Grammy winner, 43 – who performed for the first time since her husband Jay-Z’s rape allegations – belted out a number of tracks from her Cowboy Carter album which was released earlier this year in March.
At one point, the songstress began to sing the track Blackbird – and was joined by four other singers: Tanner Adell, Tiera Kennedy, Reyna Roberts and Brittney Spencer.
However, some viewers initially believed that Beyonce was accompanied by former members of Destiny’s Child as a surprise cameo.
The group initially consisted of Beyonce, Kelly Rowland, LaTavia Roberson and LeToya Luckett. In later years, the group dropped down to a trio of Rowland, Beyonce and Michelle Williams.
Social media users jumped to X to share their thoughts, with one penning, ‘Everybody tryna see if that was Destiny’s Child with Beyonce.’
Beyonce gave a memorable performance during Netflix’s halftime show on Christmas Day at NRG Stadium – and fans are all saying the same thing
However, some viewers initially believed that Beyonce was accompanied by former members of Destiny’s Child as a surprise cameo
Another wrote, ‘I thought those random girls who popped up next to Beyonce were Destiny’s Child at first. At least this performance would’ve been a little more tolerable then.’
Others agreed that they thought Destiny’s Child reunited during the NFL halftime show, with one typing, ‘Ok, so it wasn’t just me,’ followed by a laughing face emoji.
A fan applauded the portion of the performance and shared, ‘these harmonies??? this moment with Beyonce was heavenly, wow.’
One expressed their hopes for a Destiny’s Child reunion and penned, ‘Imagine if Destiny’s Child reunites to perform 8 Days Of Christmas.’
‘I wish Beyonce would’ve brought out destiny’s child,’ another wrote, while one X user added, ‘That doesn’t look like Destiny’s Child. Clearly watching the Beyonce Bowl with non Bey Hive fans.’
The star’s anticipated halftime show kicked off at NRG Stadium amid the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans game.
Beyonce – who had the chance to perform for fans in her hometown of Houston – first sang 16 Carriages while strolling through the interior of the spacious stadium.
She wowed wearing a long, fuzzy white coat as well as a white cowboy hat on top of her locks that flowed down past her shoulders.
The group initially consisted of Kelly Rowland (far left), Beyonce, LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Roberson (far right) ; seen above in 1998 in L.A.
Social media users jumped to X to share their thoughts, with one penning, ‘Everybody tryna see if that was Destiny’s Child with Beyonce’
Another wrote, ‘I thought those random girls who popped up next to Beyonce were Destiny’s Child at first. At least this performance would’ve been a little more tolerable then’
Others agreed that they thought Destiny’s Child reunited during the NFL halftime show, with one typing, ‘Ok, so it wasn’t just me,’ followed by a laughing face emoji
She further glammed up the look with a dazzling choker necklace and a sash that had ‘Cowboy Carter’ printed on the front.
As she stepped out onto the field, Beyonce removed the outer piece to showcase her toned figure in a fitted white bodysuit with sparkling rhinestone details.
The Crazy In Love hitmaker additionally opted for white, knee-high chaps to coincide with the ensemble.
Throughout the performance, the star belted out other tracks including Yaya, Levii’s Jeans, Jolene and Texas Hold ‘Em.
Other music artists joined the mother-of-three amidst the halftime show, such as Shaboozey and Post Malone.
Her daughter Blue Ivey, 12, also briefly joined her mother to show off her dance skills as she performed choreography with the other backup dancers.
She dazzled in a shimmering, white corset top as well as a pair of white trousers and a cowboy hat on top of her locks.
The mother daughter duo are no stranger to working alongside each other, and the 12-year-old notably joined Beyonce on stage on more than one occasion during her Renaissance Tour.
As she stepped out onto the field, Beyonce removed the outer piece to showcase her toned figure in a fitted white bodysuit with sparkling rhinestone details
Her daughter Blue Ivey, 12, also briefly joined her mother to show off her dance skills as she performed choreography with the other backup dancers
It was revealed last year in November that Blue Ivy trained to better her dance moves after receiving criticism on social media.
At the time, a New York Times review of the singer’s Renaissance Tour film stated, ‘Though she finally relented, Beyonce was dismayed when Blue Ivy read comments on social media that criticized her lackluster moves.’
‘But it thrilled her mother that instead of quitting, she decided to put in the work and train even harder for future stops.’
Beyonce’s performance comes after it was reported that the star is slated to hit the road once again for a world tour beginning in March 2025.
The expected concerts will come amidst her husband Jay-Z’s legal turmoil after he was accused of raping a 13-year-old girl with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in 2000 at a MTV Video Music Awards after party.
The lawsuit came to light earlier this month – but he has since vehemently denied the accusations.
A source told The Sun this week, ‘It’s been a very tough few months for Beyonce but she’s laser focused on making her upcoming tour a success.’
Throughout the performance, the star belted out other tracks including Yaya, Levii’s Jeans, Jolene and Texas Hold ‘Em
The expected concerts will come amidst her husband Jay-Z’s legal turmoil after he was accused of raping a 13-year-old girl with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in 2000 at a MTV Video Music Awards after party; seen earlier this month in Hollywood
‘The next few weeks are crucial as she will announce a new album and a new tour. The announcement was supposed to happen a couple of weeks ago but it was pushed back.’
The insider continued, ‘Despite Jay-Z being resolute in his denials and that the allegations are totally false, people are aware mud can stick.’
‘Online chatter has claimed Beyonce and Jay-Z have lost their power couple status, but Beyonce is ready to remind the world why she’s one of the best.’
The source then hinted at what fans can expect for the tour and told the outlet, ‘The tour she’s planning is nothing short of spectacular, as is the album.’
Last year, the Drunk In Love songstress concluded her Renaissance World Tour In October which had kicked off seven months earlier; seen in 2023 in Sweden
Last year, the Drunk In Love songstress concluded her Renaissance World Tour In October which had kicked off seven months earlier.
Renaissance: A Film By Beyonce gave an inside look at the creation of the tour and was released in theaters in December 2023.
Both the singer and her husband have since been pushing aside the rape allegations and attended the premiere of Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King in Hollywood earlier this month.
They joined their daughter Blue Ivy on the red carpet – who notably voiced the character of Kiara in the film.
