Matthew Knowles defends backlash at Beyoncé .’s Dubai concert
Mathew Knowles is speaking out in defense of her superstar daughter Beyoncé. Knowles spoke exclusively to TMZ and even revealed a possible next step in her daughter’s plan.
Beyoncé’s father, Matthew Knowles, says her show in Dubai is to bring people together… amid backlash from fans due to the country’s anti-LGBTQ+ laws. https://t.co/s44VVi0yce
– TMZ (@TMZ) January 24, 2023
Mathew Knowles says his daughter’s concert unites people from many cultures
It can be said that Knowles is proud of her daughter’s first performance in almost 5 years. However, not everyone is satisfied. And many critics EASTER singer for performing in a country with “anti-gay laws,” as reported by VIBE.
One tweet, explaining one fan’s disappointment over the singer’s choice, even went viral.
No beef but I’m struggling to understand why Beyoncé, who has half a billion dollars, would accept $20 million to do her debut gig on the Renaissance album, a heavy record from gay culture, in Dubai, a country where LGBT rights are not recognized.
– douglas green wood (@douglasgrnwd) January 22, 2023
Despite the backlash, Knowles believes her daughter “has the incredible power to bring people together… from all walks of life,” reported TMZ. Additionally, Knowles explained that his daughter was able to unite a “really diverse crowd” with her “incredible performance”. And finally, brought “people closer together”.
The 71-year-old music executive added that those who did not attend the concert would not be able to understand its impact. He said his daughter “respected” the country and got it back, too.
In the end, Knowles believes her daughter created a “wonderful moment”. And would never do anything intentionally to hurt a group of people.
Knowles may also have revealed Beyoncé’s possible next move
According to the source, Knowles also admitted that fans were disappointed that they weren’t able to hear more recordings from her. EASTER. And it was revealed that Beyoncé was “planning a tour”. And the mother-of-three will “announce when she’s ready”.
As The Shade Room previously reported, Beyoncé stunned the crowd with her recent performance at the grand opening of Atlantis The Royal in Dubai. The show was Queen Bey’s first in several years. And she even got to join her daughter Blue Ivy on stage. In addition, the singer is said to have been paid $24 million for her performance.
Roommate, are you happy that Beyonce is back? And excited about a full tour?