Tina Knowles has publicly defended her daughter, Beyoncé, following backlash from her recent NFL Halftime Show performance on Christmas Day. The show, which took place during the Baltimore Ravens versus Houston Texans game at NRG Stadium, has drawn mixed reactions, prompting Knowles to speak out on social media.
On December 27, Knowles took to Instagram to share a fan’s critique of those who criticized the performance. The fan pointed out the paradox of negativity surrounding someone they claim not to admire. Knowles echoed this sentiment, expressing her disbelief at people choosing to spend their holiday watching and commenting on someone they dislike. She suggested that if they truly had no interest, they would simply change the channel instead.
Knowles also highlighted Beyoncé’s resilience in the face of criticism and shared numerous positive reactions to her daughter’s performance, including a comment from rapper Bun B, who praised Beyoncé’s intentionality and influence as an artist. The halftime show featured tracks from her recent album “Cowboy Carter,” which incorporates country elements and has achieved commercial success.
Beyoncé’s performance included collaborations with several artists and showcased her daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, as a dancer. After the show, Beyoncé hinted at a new project set to be released in 2025, sharing a video on social media that teased the upcoming work. The video concluded with a date, indicating something is on the horizon for her fans.