December 28, 2024: Tina Knowles has stepped up to defend her daughter, Beyoncé, after online critics took aim at her highly anticipated Christmas Day halftime performance at the Houston Texans-Baltimore Ravens game. The performance, which became a social media sensation, was met with unwarranted negativity from some online trolls, prompting Tina to voice her frustration and support for Beyoncé in a passionate Instagram post.
In her post, Tina shared a quote that resonated with her: “No matter how undeniably talented you are, people will always, ALWAYS, always have some negative ish to say.” Tina agreed with the sentiment, expressing her disbelief at the critics who, in her view, went out of their way to watch a performance they didn’t enjoy simply to tear it down. “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 so that you can go talk ish about it later,” Tina wrote, highlighting the bizarre nature of this behavior.
Tina didn’t hold back in calling out the critics, accusing them of being “obsessed” with Beyoncé, “addicted to them,” and secretly admiring her talent despite their outward negativity. She added, “You cannot help but to watch and critique and comment and say dumb ridiculous stuff that makes you look like a joke!!”
Beyoncé’s performance, which was nothing short of stunning, featured her dressed in a glamorous white-feathered gown, cowboy hat, and a red, white, and blue “Cowboy Carter” sash. The show was further elevated by special guest appearances, including Shaboozey on her track “SWEET HONEY BUCKIIN'” and Post Malone performing “LEVII’S JEANS.” In a heartwarming moment, Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy, joined her on stage for a duet during the song “Texas Hold ‘Em,” adding an extra layer of familial warmth to the performance.
Tina’s message to the trolls was clear: “Next time, go watch goofy cartoons or Bozo the clown instead.” She also shared a powerful reminder of her daughter’s resilience, quoting a biblical verse: “No weapon formed against me shall prosper,” underlining the strength that Beyoncé continues to embody in the face of public scrutiny.
Despite the negativity from a vocal minority, Beyoncé’s Christmas halftime show was widely praised. Her flawless performance has only solidified her status as a global superstar. For those who missed it live, the 13-minute “Beyoncé Bowl” performance is now available for streaming on Netflix as part of the platform’s inaugural NFL Christmas Gameday event.
Tina Knowles’ defense of her daughter serves as a reminder that no matter how successful or adored someone is, public figures, especially ones as influential as Beyoncé, will always face their share of criticism. However, with the love and support of her family—and millions of fans—Beyoncé continues to shine.
