Beyonce, the renowned singer, stirred up quite a buzz on social media recently, following a daring performance during the NFL half-time show on Christmas Day.
During her act, she made headlines by displaying a gesture resembling a gun, which caught many by surprise and led to considerable backlash.
The hometown fans were rooting for their team, despite the Ravens dominating on the field. Beyonce graced the stage with a grand entrance atop a white horse, continuing the equestrian motif from her last two album covers.
She faced significant backlash as she brandished the gun-like gesture, using two fingers, while performing her hit song “Texas Hold’Em.” This move drew much criticism from various quarters.
Adding to the spectacle, a prominent banner emblazoned with the word “BANG” was positioned behind her, emphasizing the dramatic moment.
The contentious gesture has compelled the NFL to take action, imposing a new rule that penalizes any offensive player displaying such gestures with a 15-yard penalty.
Moreover, some critics have suggested that Beyonce’s bold move might have been an attempt to overshadow uncomfortable media attention concerning her husband’s legal troubles, as she shared the stage with their daughter, Blue Ivy.