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Beyoncé Is Coming to a City Near You

By Amel Mukhtar

While we might be stuck waiting for those mythical Renaissance videos forever, fans will soon be able to see Beyoncé in the flesh: Queen B has announced a world tour, seven long years on from her Formation dates to support the release of Lemonade.

This will mark the first time Beyoncé has performed music from Act I: Renaissance live. Although she recently headlined a concert extravaganza in Dubai— wearing three incredible performance looks for the occasion —she did not play songs from the album on the night.

Starting in Stockholm on May 10, the singer will make her way through European arenas, then stop in the U.K. for six shows, including three nights at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. In July, she will head to North America, beginning in Toronto and ending in New Orleans in the fall. Be on alert, as the superstar has yet to announce when tickets will go on sale, only teasing that it would be “soon.”

In the more immediate future, Beyoncé is up for nine awards for Renaissance at the Grammys this Sunday—including album of the year, song of the year, and record of the year. The night could see her become the most awarded artist in the ceremony’s history. Who could deserve it more?

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Beyoncé Announces “RENAISSANCE” Stadium World Tour

• Diana Coleman
• February 10, 2023

Queen B is back on the stage! After the highly-anticipated release of her seventh studio album, RENAISSANCE , in July 2022, Beyoncé is finally announcing a tour to commemorate it in front of fans.

Beyoncé’s Last Tour Was Six Years Ago

It’s been more than six years since Beyoncé went on a solo tour. Yup, it’s been that long. Her last tour was 2016’s Formation tour, where she played 49 shows in a 6-month span. This time, she’s going just as big, as she is traveling the entire world during 4 months performing at exactly 49 shows once again. Talk about a go-getter!

Nevertheless, even though it’s been a long time since Beyoncé has blessed us with a tour, she did gave an spectacular performance during the 2018 edition of Coachella. Also, in January of this year, she gave us a taste of what we can expect on her RENAISSANCE tour. She performed a full concert at the new Atlantis the Royal Resort in Dubai, her first one in four years. A big orchestra, backup dancers, fireworks, and even water joined her on stage, so who knows what kind of surprises she’ll have under her sleeve for the tour.

RENAISSANCE Tour Dates

The RENAISSANCE tour, produced by Parkwood Entertainment, and promoted by Live Nation, kicks off on May 10th in Stockholm, SE, making stops throughout Europe in Cardiff, Edinburgh, Sunderland, Paris, London, Marseille, Amsterdam, Warsaw and more. The tour then continues across North America with shows in Toronto, Chicago, East Rutherford, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Houston and more, wrapping up in New Orleans on September 27th. Check out all the dates down below! To purchase your tickets, visit https://tour.beyonce.com/

Official tour dates for Beyoncé's Renaissance world tour. pic.twitter.com/J0MMzkI9jC — Pop Base (@PopBase) February 1, 2023

BeyGOOD Keeps Supporting Organizations

As with previous tours, Beyoncé will make her mark offstage, too, with BeyGOOD, the initiative she founded in 2013 to support people and programs around the world.  BeyGOOD will continue its legacy of philanthropy, building out this focus on economic equity by supporting organizations that serve marginalized and underserved communities with access to scholarships, opportunities for internships that lead to job placement, and resources to support entrepreneurship.

In various cities throughout the tour, BeyGOOD will support entrepreneurs through Black Parade Route luncheons, celebrating small business owners, with grant opportunities being awarded and a foray of services with global partners to promote business sustainability. One thousand small businesses will be supported with a commitment totaling one million dollars.

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Beyoncé's ‘Renaissance' World Tour comes to Philly this week. Here's what to know if you plan to go

The 'queen b' will be playing lincoln financial field on july 12, 2023, as part of her renaissance world tour, by hayden mitman • published february 1, 2023 • updated on july 10, 2023 at 10:47 am.

Local members of the BeyHive have reason to rejoice as superstar Beyoncé is set to return to the City of Brotherly Love this week for a stop along her Renaissance World Tour .

Here's what we know about what's scheduled to be Beyoncé's first tour date in the United States.

When will Beyoncé play Philly?

The world tour started in May, and after a set of shows in Canada earlier this month, 'Queen B' will play the first show of the tour in the United States at Lincoln Financial Field in South Philly on Wednesday, July 12.

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How can you get tickets?

There are still tickets available on Ticketmaster, right here . The lowest price seat listed on Monday for $200.

Traveling to the show?

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Driving to the show is always an option. But, the "Bey way to go" is by using mass transit. In fact, SEPTA will be running extra trains before and after the show along the Broad Street Line. For details, click here .

Where else is the 'Renaissance World Tour' stopping?

Along with a stop in Philly, she also has upcoming shows planned for Pittsburgh, Chicago, Atlanta, New Orleans and Boston. Those U.S. shows come after months of shows overseas in Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom and other European countries.

When was the last time Beyoncé played Philly?

She hasn't performed in Philadelphia since she played the On The Run Tour -- with her husband, Jay-Z -- back in 2018.

Though, she was spotted watching Lizzo perform at the 2019 Made in America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.

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The queen is back🐝👑🎶 here’s a first look at beyoncé's ‘renaissance world tour’ debut night in stockholm, sweden.

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STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN - MAY 10: (Editorial Use Only) (Exclusive Coverage) Beyoncé performs onstage during the opening night of the “RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR” at Friends Arena on May 10, 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Parkwood)

The Houston legend came through swingin’ the first night of her Renaissance World Tour overseas.

Mrs. Beyoncé Knowles-Carter seems to be locked and loaded as she begins her highly anticipated cross-country tour.

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First up, Stockholm, Sweden!

Social media raved at the exact moment Queen Bey graced the stage in what appeared to be a metallic and chrome-themed wardrobe.

Users even spilled some tea, saying Bey dropped a mash-up of her hit record ‘Diva’ paired with Lil Uzi’s top-charting ‘I Just Wanna Rock.’

(IMAGINE THE TIKTOKS TO COME😱)

Also spotted in pictures from the sold-out show was her notorious, blinged out, mega statue of a horse along with several other high-tech features one must see in person to believe.

Bey and her crew will be in Houston later this year in September.

KPRC 2 will update this story when new footage becomes available.

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All the Celebrities Who've Attended Beyonce's 'Renaissance' World Tour

From Zendaya and Tom Holland to Ariana Grande, here are all the A-listers who've seen Queen Bey in action this summer

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The Renaissance World Tour is one of the hottest tickets of the summer. After announcing her return to the stage back in February, Beyoncé kicked off her worldwide tour in Europe on May 10 and hasn't stopped globe-trotting since.

The BeyHive has been pulling up in droves and packing stadiums through good and bad weather. Making the tour even sweeter is the fact that Queen Bey has been joined by her oldest child, 11-year-old daughter Blue Ivy , on stage at almost every stop.

As Beyoncé continues the American leg of the renowned tour, see all the celebrities who've attended the three-hour performance extravaganza this summer — including the huge selection of stars who showed up in silver in L.A.

Gabrielle Union

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After dazzling in a sheer hooded gown that exposed her thong on night one , the star attended night two in an equally eye-catching getup with husband Dwyane Wade and their kids Zaya and Kaavia.

Vanessa Bryant

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Vanessa Bryant enjoyed a girls' night out with her daughters Natalia, Capri and Bianka, and scored one extra-special souvenir: A sweet shot of "Auntie BB" with her two youngest .

Tracee Ellis Ross

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"She said wear silver," Ross captioned one of her Instagrams from the night of the L.A. concert, referring to Beyoncé's request that fans help celebrate her birthday in the shiny shade .

Nicola Peltz Beckham and Selena Gomez

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Pals Nicola Peltz Beckham and Selena Gomez ( who brought little sister Gracie ) added metallic accessories to their concert outfits .

Jessica Alba

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Jessica Alba and her friend Kelly Sawyer brought along their daughters, Honor and Sawyer — as well as some very festive headwear .

Sofia Vergara

A newly-single Sofia Vergara made the most of her night out by multitasking with dessert and dance moves.

Mindy Kaling

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Mindy Kaling's friends joined her for a birthday trip to Vegas to see Beyoncé in style.

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The Barbie star slayed in a "Yoncé chrome" two-piece with matching metallic platforms.

Sterling K. Brown

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Sterling K. Brown promised that he and wife Ryan Michelle Bathé were "'bout to get turnt."

Kris Jenner

When Tina Knowles and Kris Jenner get together, we can only assume world domination is the topic of discussion. Jenner joined Knowles in the VIP section ( and was seen doing the electric slide with Offset ).

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After taking the stage at Beyoncé's show, the rap star joined the crowd to do some electric sliding in the VIP section.

Ariana DeBose

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Ariana DeBose joined a SoFi preparty before taking in the Queen's concert.

Solange Knowles

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“That’s myyyy sister yalllll,” Solange captioned a video of Beyoncé on stage while at the FedEx Field Stadium concert in Maryland. “Forever in awe."

But Solange wasn't only fangirling for her sister. The "Don't Touch My Hair" singer was also screaming and shouting for her niece, Blue Ivy, who joined her mama on stage halfway through the show.

“Address me as blue’s auntie only,” Solange wrote under a clip of the 11-year-old dancing while rocking a sparkling blue ensemble.

Kamala Harris

Beyoncé even had Vice President Kamala Harris come out for her D.C. show — and she was on point. The V.P. wore a sparkling gold button-down blouse, keeping in theme with the BeyHive trend of wearing shimmery costumes to the Renaissance concerts.

"Thanks for a fun date night, @Beyonce !" Harris wrote on Twitter alongside a photo of herself with husband Douglas Emhoff.

Oprah Winfrey

"I have never in my life experienced something as transcendent as @beyonce ’s Renaissance Tour. That kind of talent, synergy, expression, and anointing is something that comes straight from a Source that creates the planets," Oprah raved after seeing Beyoncé in concert at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

"The dancers, the production, the musicians, and the team in front and behind the scenes, all perfectly align to create a renaissance in today’s world. You must see it 🪩💃🏽"

Also at the MetLife Stadium with Winfrey was her best friend for life, Gayle King , who was amused at the media mogul's seemingly sudden endurance.

"Some things are worth staying up on a school night and it starts with B...BEYONCÉ!" she wrote under a video from the concert. In it, Winfrey, as well as Beyoncé's mother Tina Knowles, could be seen singing and dancing along to "Break My Soul."

"I see  @oprah  got over her concern about standing on her feet for 3 hours at a concert...sister girl never sat down! definitely going again, my jaw is still on the floor!"

Kelly Rowland

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It's no surprise that BB's lifelong friend, Kelly Rowland , was front and center at her London show. The former Destiny's Child member was seen doing choreography in the stands and singing along to "Break My Soul" . Rowland even blew Bey a kiss after she gave her a shoutout .

Zendaya & Tom Holland

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Tugging at all our heartstrings was a viral video of Tom Holland and Zendaya singing "Love on Top" to each other while at the Warsaw, Poland, show in June.

Kylie & Kris Jenner

Kylie Jenner and her girl gang — which included her mom, Kris Jenner — made their way to the Renaissance tour stop in Paris on May 26.

Jonathan Groff

Jonathan Groff was spotted fangirling over Beyoncé while at her Cardiff, Wales, show back in May. In a video taken by actress Tanya Saracho , Groff and Doctor Who costar Ncuti Gatwa fawned over the queen as they waited for the concert to start.

"Jonathan, are you ready to have a religious experience?" Saracho asked the wide-eyed actor, who promptly responded, "Yes." Also in attendance with the crew was fellow actor, Raúl Castillo.

Damson Idris & Lori Harvey

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The Renaissance World Tour made for the perfect date night for Damson Idris and his lady love, Lori Harvey . The latter posted several now-expired videos to her Instagram of their night in London with the Queen.

Ariana Grande

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Ariana Grande pulled up to the Renaissance World Tour in London, rocking her Barbie best in a bright pink ensemble. Internet personality Max Balegde managed to snag a video with the "Love Me Harder" singer backstage, before she was recorded dancing her heart out to a mash-up of "Crazy in Love" and "Green Light" during the packed show.

Salma Hayek

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Always down for a good time, Salma Hayek was seen dancing and interacting with fans as everyone waited for Beyoncé's show to start at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on June 4.

Naomi Campbell

Naomi Campbell had a few words to say following one of Bey's shows in London: "QUEEN !!! B  @BEYONCE  PHENOMENAL," she captioned a carousel of photos she took.

Paul McCartney

Ahead of his 81st birthday, the legendary Beatle went to see Beyoncé in action in London, accompanied by his wife Nancy Shevell.

Priyanka Chopra

Also at the same show was Priyanka Chopra , who brought her mom for a pre-birthday girls' night out.

"Damn! What a woman and what a night," the Citadel actress wrote as part of her recap post. She also gave a shout-out to JAY-Z and Beyoncé "for the incredible hospitality," before thanking her hubby Nick Jonas "for the most memorable night!"

Selena Gomez

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Back in May, Selena Gomez was spotted arriving to a Paris concert donning a black leather trench coat, sleek ponytail and a huge grin as she stepped into the venue.

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Megan Thee Stallion

Not only did Megan Thee Stallion snag some tickets to the coveted tour stop in Paris, but she got to enjoy the show while standing right next to JAY-Z. In a video captured by fans, the fellow Houston native — who collaborated with Beyoncé on the "Savage Remix" — could be seen getting into the groove of "Love on Top" and sharing some laughs with Jay.

Vivica A. Fox

It looks like Meg was in great company, as Vivica A. Fox also posted pics and videos of herself from the concert, some of which included the "Cry Baby" rapper.

(Also at this Paris show were Chris Rock, The-Dream and Natalie Portman.)

Florence Pugh

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The Oppenheimer actress was spotted showing off her fresh buzzcut among hordes of fans at one of the London shows in May. On her Instagram Stories, Pugh was utterly awestruck by Beyoncé.

"The fact that we're on this earth the same time as Beyoncé is ... " she wrote on a Story with the Lemonade singer in the background, per Cinemablend .

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Queen + Adam Lambert Return For The Rhapsody Tour Across North America

Tickets Onsale Starting Friday, March 31 at 10am Local on LiveNation.com

“visions fine and sound supreme   essence of a fiery queen   doyens of the paradigm   we will rock you one more time.”   brian may  .

Having first launched their universally acclaimed Rhapsody Tour with 25 epic shows across North America in 2019, Queen + Adam Lambert are bringing their highly acclaimed production, now expanded and updated, back to where it first began. After a 4-year long hiatus, Sir Brian May, Roger Taylor and their exceptional frontman Adam Lambert have announced they will set out on a spectacular North America run this fall. Produced by Live Nation, the tour kicks off on October 4 at Baltimore’s CFG Bank Arena making stops in Toronto, New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago, Dallas, Denver and more before concluding at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. See full routing below. 

Brian May says, “Our last tour featured our most ambitious production ever. So we decided to rip it apart and get even more ambitious. Watch out world.”  

And Adam Lambert says: “I can’t wait to tour North America one more time with the Rhapsody tour alongside the two unbelievably talented legends that are Brian May and Roger Taylor.”  

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Queen + Adam Lambert’s 150-minute career-spanning set list celebrates the band’s extraordinary back catalogue, lining up wall-to-wall immortal anthems like “We Will Rock You”, “Don’t Stop Me Now”, “Radio Ga Ga”, and “Somebody To Love” alongside classic deep cuts and vintage fan favourites. Featuring a dazzling state-of-the-art stage design, incredible special effects and set pieces, this sense-swamping extravaganza has been blowing critics and fans away the world over. 

As with last year’s UK and European dates, the 2023 North American tour will see Queen + Adam Lambert supported on stage by their regular band members, long-serving Queen keyboard player and musical director Spike Edney, bass guitarist Neil Fairclough and percussionist Tyler Warren.  

Having extensively toured over the last few years, the Rhapsody show is forever evolving. But it remains at heart a tribute to Freddie Mercury’s majestic legacy, a confirmation of Brian and Roger’s undimmed musical prowess, plus a magnificent showcase for Adam’s vocal skills and electrifying stage charisma, all of which adds up to a glorious full-blooded celebration of one of the greatest songbooks in rock history. Read more on the story of The Rhapsody Tour so far, including the special performance opening the Platinum Jubilee concert with the late Queen herself tea cup tapping to the beat of “We Will Rock You” HERE . 

TICKETS: Tickets will be available via a general onsale beginning Friday, March 31st at 10AM local time at LiveNation.com .  

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Queen + Adam Lambert appreciate that it is an enormous task to try and stop scalpers from taking advantage of fans wanting to purchase tickets for the tour. In an effort to help minimize resale and keep ticket prices at face value for fans, the band are collaborating with the venues’ ticketing partners to restrict the ability to transfer tickets for The Rhapsody Tour so that they may only be transferred between fans at the original price. 

Fans will still have protection against unforeseen circumstances. Those who purchase tickets and are no longer able to attend their show will be able to sell their tickets at the price they paid using a face value ticket exchange, including the Ticketmaster Face Value Exchange – which is free to use for buyers and sellers. More information on how the Ticketmaster Exchange works is available here . 

Unfortunately, the states of NY, IL, and CO have laws in place which protect ticket scalpers – these laws prohibit artists from being able to restrict the transfer of their tickets to face value exchanges only. For shows in these states, Queen + Adam Lambert strongly encourage fans to only buy or sell tickets to one another on face value exchanges. More information can be found here , with more details to follow in the coming weeks.  

QUEEN + ADAM LAMBERT THE RHAPSODY TOUR 2023 DATES:   

Wed Oct 04 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena 

Sun Oct 08 – Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena 

Tue Oct 10 — Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena 

Thu Oct 12 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden 

Sun Oct 15 – Boston, MA – TD Garden 

Wed Oct 18 — Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center 

Mon Oct 23 — Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena 

Wed Oct 25 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena 

Fri Oct 27 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center 

Mon Oct 30 — Chicago, IL – United Center 

Thu Nov 02 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center 

Sun Nov 05 — Denver, CO – Ball Arena 

Wed Nov 08 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center 

Sat Nov 11 – Los Angeles, CA – BMO Stadium 

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Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com . 

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Beyoncé: Renaissance World Tour review – a dizzying three-hour spectacular

Friends Arena, Stockholm Queen Bey’s first solo headline tour in seven years is a lavish leap forward for live entertainment, dripping with sci-fi disco decadence, sex and Black pride

E ven without Taylor Swift’s Ticketmaster-melting Eras Tour nipping at her heels, it wouldn’t do for a star as compulsively ambitious as Beyoncé to merely protect her status as the greatest pop show on Earth. Not when her first solo headline tour since 2016 could instead push 21st-century live entertainment another lavish leap forward.

Titled after the Texan’s disco glitter bomb post-pandemic party album of the same name , Renaissance is a monster blockbuster concert experience on a different plane. Fifty-seven stadium dates globally, starting in Stockholm, are projected to gross as much as £1.9bn ($2.4bn) by the time the tour ends in New Orleans late September. Dripping with sci-fi disco decadence, sex, body positivity and feminine Black pride, the near three-hour spectacular plays out in front, behind and, at times, inside a football-pitch-wide high-definition video screen designed to assault the senses at dizzying scale.

The BeyHive, as Beyoncé’s fans collectively style themselves, are buzzing pre-show as they flood into the venue from around the world for their first chance proper to see their queen live since 2018’s On the Run II co-headliner with Mr B, Jay-Z. Dressed head to toe in official tour merch, including a cap and hoodie both emblazoned with the word “THIQUE”, Mykwain Gainey has been to 20 Beyoncé shows over the past two decades and has spent nearly £2,000 to fly here from New York. “To see her transcend, and become what she has become, especially as a Black woman, is exciting,” he enthuses.

Brazilian Yhes Bezerra wears a spangly cowboy hat like the one sported by Beyoncé in the tour poster, except theirs is homemade; sticking on the thousands of tiny mirror panels took nine hours. They were determined to come to the opening night to avoid social media spoilers about what to expect. “I want everything to be a surprise,” Bezerra smiles.

Beyoncé appears first in a video cut scene, laid out luxuriously across the giant screen semi-naked in dimensions big enough to be visible from space. And yet, once she emerges in the flesh – all sequins, shoulder pads and that megawatt smile, drinking in the crowd’s screams – she begins disarmingly with a slew of her rawest soul songs. By the second, Flaws and All, she already appears to be fighting back tears, whether of release or gratitude or both. It’s an opening that seems designed to strip away artifice, if only to provide some sharp contrast for the heavily technologically augmented spectacle about to follow.

Harking back to early house and techno and the ecstatic utopia of the dancefloor, a segment dedicated to the Renaissance album ensues with Beyoncé done up something akin to the Maschinenmensch in Metropolis. She grinds with a dozen backing dancers to the jittery reggaeton of her boss bitch mission statement I’m That Girl, then dances with some actual robots (a pair of mechanical arms) during Cosy. Were all that not semi-hallucinogenic enough, Alien Superstar interpolates narcissistic anthem I’m Too Sexy by 90s dance-pop twosome Right Said Fred.

With many of the setlist’s whopping 36 songs abridged, the tempo is relentless. Blink and you’ll miss dancers popping out of the stage like champagne corks, or Beyoncé’s powerhouse band getting wheeled into occasional view on a tall stepped riser (shades of Beychella), such as during Chic-style feelgood funk workout Cuff It. “Y’all having a good time, Stockholm?” our host inquires, wiping an imperceptible bead of sweat from her brow. “Me too.”

Black Parade finds Beyoncé cruising the stage atop what looks like a kind of lunar rover. Somewhat comically, it exits up the gusset of a pair of massive splayed legs. Later she sings Plastic Off the Sofa stretched out in a clamshell. Come Crazy in Love, the show finally gets the enormous disco ball it seems to have long craved, dangled from the rafters for only a bit longer than the time it takes for the crew to get it up there and back down.

Bass-quaking, envelope-pushing Black power anthem Formation is a powerful political statement in any setting. Performed in a kind of virtual cathedral, horny southern rap and gospel cocktail Church Girl (sample lyric: “drop it like a thottie, drop it like a thottie”) might just be intended to provoke. But by Beyoncé’s own standards, it’s hard not to read Renaissance as a show much lighter on overt socio-political messaging than it is sheer, unfettered, mildly chaotic indulgence. And who could blame her?

In a final, unsubtle, retro-futuristic fanfare, Bey summons Bianca Jagger’s iconic Studio 54 moment by gliding through the air on a glitter-encrusted white horse while Summer Renaissance – which samples Donna Summer’s I Feel Love – blares. The disco history references may or may not be landing with the mostly young BeyHive, but that’s not really the point. By rewiring dance music past in a sensory overload of truly stunning ambition and stamina, Beyoncé is writing some history of her own.

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Beyoncé Makes History With Astronomical Renaissance Tour Earnings

Beyoncé has reached a point in her superstardom where the only records she’s up against are her own, and she continues to smash those with ease.

On Tuesday (August 8), Touring Data reported that Queen B’s Renaissance World Tour has now become the highest-grossing trek of all time by a Black musician. The concert series has generated $296million from 33 shows so far, with 23 still left on the schedule. Her 2016 Formation World Tour held the previous record.

Additionally, she has also broken the all-time records for the highest-grossing concerts by a female as well as a Black act for her July 29 and 30 performances at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. Each night pulled in $16.541 million for a total of $33million.

Holding secure the title of the highest-grossing Black artist ever, Beyoncé has earned $1.3billion from the sale of 11.2 million tickets over her career.

Top Concerts in History: Revenue; Artist; Venue; Event Date $18.194M; #GeorgeStrait at AT&T Stadium; 06/07/2014 $16.653M; #GeorgeStrait at Empower Field; 06/24/2023 $16.541M; #Beyonce at MetLife Stadium; 07/29/2023 $16.541M; #Beyonce at MetLife Stadium; 07/30/2023 $16.313M;… — Touring Data (@touringdata) August 9, 2023

Over the weekend, fans endured a massive storm to see Beyoncé perform, and the 41-year-old icon returned the favor by making sure her hive got home safely after the show.

The R&B star was in Maryland on Sunday (August 6) to play a show at FedEx Field right before a storm unleashed its fury on the state. Videos show lightning storms and pummeling rain soaking concert-goers, who got a shelter-in-place order while waiting to enter the stadium.

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August 7, 2023

Atendees were crammed inside the venue’s entrance for two hours before being allowed in, but luckily the weather subsided enough for the show to start .

However, due to the concert running late, the Metro train’s service hours needed to be extended in order for fans to get home, which meant someone needed to pay the bill to make that happen. Bey’s tour company took on the responsibility and footed the bill, which amounted to $100,000, according to TMZ .

This allowed the trains at the surrounding 98 stations to run for an extra 60 minutes, which most likely bled into the early morning hours of Monday (August 7).

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Feel the power of R&B this summer with 'The Queens of R&B Tour'!

This summer, get ready for the ultimate R&B experience as the legendary girl groups XSCAPE and SWV take the lead on "The Queens of R&B Tour," co-headlining an all-women extravaganza that celebrates the essence of R&B music. Joined by the sensational MYA, Total, and 702, this tour is a powerful showcase of talent, resilience, and timeless music. Spanning 30 cities nationwide, mostly in amphitheaters, "The Queens of R&B Tour" offers an extraordinary opportunity to witness the harmony and strength of female voices in R&B.

Don't miss the chance to be part of this iconic summer event. Whether you're a lifelong fan of these legendary acts or looking to discover the heart and soul of R&B music, "The Queens of R&B Tour" promises to be a highlight of the summer. Secure your tickets now and prepare for an evening of unforgettable music, powerful performances, and the unifying spirit of R&B.

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Beyoncé kicks off ‘Renaissance’ world tour with nine custom looks

Here is what queen b has worn while on her highly anticipated ‘renaissance’ world tour so far..

Beyoncé is back on the road again with her long-awaited ‘Renaissance’ world tour. The 57-date tour kicked off in Stockholm last week and each concert spans almost three hours long.

Queen B is performing a whopping 37-song set list that features robots, flying horses, and stunning visual effects. The Grammy award-winning artist was sure to make sure her tour outfits matched her jaw-dropping performance.

So far Beyoncé has wowed audiences for two nights in a row in Stockholm. Let’s take a look at the custom-made outfits the singer wore for her back-to-back opening nights.

Custom Alexander McQueen

Bey opened the show with a custom Alexander McQueen silver bodysuit. The look was inspired by the designer’s latest fall 2023 collection.

kicked off the tour in this custom alexander mcqueen bodysuit with silver bugle bead and crystal anatomical embroidery, inspired by the latest fall 2023 collection pic.twitter.com/agX7Ou0iLt — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Custom David Koma

Beyoncé's next look is a stunning holographic floor-length jacket, with a matching dress and boots. The artist’s backup dancers also appear to be wearing outfits made of the same fabric.

custom david koma, inspired by looks #26 and #28 from the spring 2023 collection pic.twitter.com/rRdtqmB8L5 — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Custom Loewe

For the next look, Beyoncé wore a custom bejeweled body suit. The suit features a flesh-colored fabric with several hand silhouettes designed all over the body.

She paired black gloves with the look to create an optical illusion.

custom loewe bejeweled bodysuit designed by jonathan anderson, inspired by the glove-print dress from the fall 2022 rtw collection pic.twitter.com/Fl01JLSRL6 — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Beyoncé continues with the custom Loewe looks with another silver bejeweled look. This time differs from her previous looks with baggy shimmery pants, a long sleeve shirt, and a metal breastplate.

ending the thread with her second custom loewe by jonathan anderson bejeweled look featuring the signature loewe breast plate, shiona turini and bey did the thing with this styling everything is impeccable pic.twitter.com/yKnnKtrVuL — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Custom Courrèges

Beyoncé stunned in a silver asymmetrical custom bodysuit designed by, Nicolas di Felice. She paired the look with matching thigh-high silver boots while her backup dancers wore a similar silver coordinated set.

custom courrèges designed by nicolas di felice, inspired by the closing look from the fall 2023 mirror collection pic.twitter.com/MDxN5ltnYL — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Custom Mugler

Next, Beyoncé pulled inspiration from a vintage Mugler archive. The singer wore a custom robotic metal bodysuit which references one of Thierry Mugler’s most iconic looks of all time.

custom mugler by casey cadwallader, referencing one of manfred’s most iconic creations of all time, the ‘robot suit’ from thierry mugler fall 1995 pic.twitter.com/DhI6kxTYYu — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Beyoncé's Mugler inspiration didn’t stop there though. She also put on a custom yellow, black, and silver bug bodysuit and helmet that references the 1997 ‘les insectes’ haute couture collection.

second custom mugler by casey cadwallader, referencing another one of manfred’s collections, thierry mugler spring 1997 ‘les insectes’ haute couture pic.twitter.com/BVJs5bdVTB — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Custom Coperni

While being floated over the crowd by a series of harnesses and pulleys, Beyoncé wore a stunning shimmering custom Coperni bodysuit with matching gloves, boots, and an oversized cape.

custom coperni designed by sébastien meyer and arnaud vaillant (turned off the sound due to copyright claims) pic.twitter.com/nDY8exEEG8 — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Custom Balmain

After debuting her collaborative collection with Balmain just last month, it’s no surprise the singer included a custom look from the brand. The singer debuted a custom black bodysuit and hat with a geometric pearl design.

custom balmain designed by olivier rousteing inspired by the pearl detailed look #43 from balmain fall 2023 rtw pic.twitter.com/yUstL0R6II — ❦ (@saintdoII) May 11, 2023

Every Look From Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour, From Custom Catsuits to Disco-Inspired Couture

Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour began with a bang in Stockholm and it hasn't slowed down since. The highly-anticipated show has featured inventive set design, a decades-spanning setlist, and a plethora of standout style moments—from to archival pieces to custom looks and nearly everything in between. The star’s wardrobe has combined her signature style with the visual ethos of the album Renaissance ( think lots of sequins, silver, catsuits, and the occasional bee-inspired look). Beyoncé has also been wearing looks from brands specific to the city she’s performing in—for the UK leg of her tour she wore picks from the London-based Mary Katrantzou and Robert Wun while in Marseille, France she opted for a look by designer Simon Porte Jacquemus.

The singer has donned looks from both established brands—Valentino, Mugler, lots of Alexander McQueen, among others—as well as smaller labels like Anrealage and Brandon Blackwood. Balmain catsuits and mini dresses have been a constant throughout her tour wardrobe (in March, she partnered with creative director Olivier Rousteing to design a Renaissance couture line for the brand ) as well as imaginative pieces from Loewe. Beyoncé began the tour in Europe which has seen her in London, Paris, and other cities with the last being Warsaw, Poland on June 28th. She will then head to North America with her last date coming in New Orleans, Louisiana on September 27th. Needless to say, there will be countless more style moments to come—so, to make sure you don’t miss one look, keep checking back here as we keep track of everything Beyoncé has worn during the Renaissance world tour.

Beyoncé certainly made a splash for her final Renaissance show in Kansas City, Missouri. To open the concert, the star wore a custom Balenciaga gown, embroidered with over 8000 crystal rhinestones, and black opera gloves.

The star also brought out a black, latex version of a previous Ivy Park bodysuit and cropped jacket for her final show.

It’s fitting that perhaps the most memorable look from Beyoncé’s tour, a crystalized Loewe bodysuit, came in not one, not two, but three color ways.

At Beyoncé’s Houston show, Meghan Thee Stallion hit the stage to perform the “Savage” remix live for the first time. Naturally, then, the singer made sure to bring out a handful of major looks for such an occasion, including this dramatic black-and-white Balmain gown.

For another Houston ensemble, Beyoncé went with a black number by British maestro Gareth Pugh that was trimmed with reflective detailing.

Lingerie powerhouse Agent Provocateur designed this fringed, metallic piece for the singer’s Houston Renaissance stop.

American designer Rick Owens’ first custom look for Beyoncé’s tour came in the form of this plunging, sculptural bodysuit that she paired with silver cut-out boots and shield sunglasses.

The Carters have a song called “Boss,” but it was Beyoncé who looked in control wearing this full look from, yes, Boss. Silver was again the color of choice for the star—opting for slouchy boots, a form-fitting bodysuit, and cropped statement jacket.

Beyoncé donned her mermaid best while in Dallas, Texas with this custom Georges Hobeika couture look. The gown, which took over 300 hours to make, is embroidered with layers of Swarovski crystals and features a dramatic head veil.

This custom look from Milanese house Del Core featured pink garter boots and a sculptural bodysuit complete with statement shoulders. Plus, some very “Alien Superstar” sunglasses to match.

Despite saying her “Telfar bag imported,” it took Beyoncé until her tour’s Seattle stop to sport a look from the New York brand . The red, sequined cut-out bodysuit was certainly worth the wait, though (Blue Ivy also had a matching look from Telfar).

For her show in Seattle, Washington, Beyoncé donned lots of denim in the form of this Diesel bodysuit moment complete with a blue overcoat.

The star pulled out this crystallized, sheer Elie Saab couture look complete with a dramatic hood and feathered train.

This sequined Vera Wang bodysuit was taken to the next level with layers of blue chiffon that moved gracefully while the singer performed in Vancouver, Canada.

For her first Renaissance concert up North in Vancouver, Canada, Beyoncé pulled out a few new looks like this custom Ivy Park gear that featured intricate embroidery throughout. She added a matching top hat, overcoat, and silver above-the-knee boots to complete the ensemble.

Brazilian brand PatBO brought the sparkle (and fringe) with this eye-catching, hand-beaded number they designed for the singer’s Vancouver, Canada concert.

This is the second flame bodysuit that Roberto Cavalli has designed for the singer. This time, though, the look was even more fiery thanks to dozens of red and orange Swarovski crystals lining the piece.

Beyoncé made this barely-there lingerie look by Agent Provocateur stage-ready by adding fringed boots and a sparkly overcoat.

Like many a pop star, it’s no secret that Beyoncé loves a Mugler bodysuit. Here, the star wore a strappy silver version that she styled with metallic boots and shield sunglasses.

Beyoncé pulled out all types of looks for her Los Angeles show, which also happened to fall on her 42nd birthday. In one of many new looks during the night, she rocked this embroidered Givenchy bodysuit with a cropped black jacket and patent heels.

Beyoncé went big for her first Versace look during her Renaissance tour. She wore a skin-hugging mini dress and over-the knee boots designed in the Italian brand’s signature Medusa print.

The star opted for a lace Dolce & Gabbana look consisting of a corseted bodice and a dramatic off-the-shoulder train.

A vision in red, Beyoncé wore a ruched Balmain top that she paired with latex, cargo-style pants and opera-length gloves. To round out the look, she wore a Ruslan Baginskiy hat and Thierry Lasry sunglasses.

Pucci is known for their statement prints, so it’s no surprise this bodysuit was heavy on all sorts of colors. The look featured the Italian brand’s archival "Giardino” print as well as crystal embellishments and a sparkling body chain.

Loewe may have created the most memorable look from Beyoncé’s tour thus far with their “hands” bodysuit. For her Los Angeles show, the singer wore another anatomy-focused look from the Spanish brand, this one, in black and red.

This pink Gucci look consisted of pleated satin and a handful of pearl and crystal embellishments. The star added in velvet gloves, a wide-brimmed hat, and a pair of bedazzled binoculars for good measure.

For the opening portion of her Los Angeles show, Beyoncé donned this rose pink Tamara Ralph gown that featured ruching at the side and feathered sleeves.

While she may have been hidden underneath a sculptural headpiece, this ivory Danielle Frankel look certainly spoke for itself.

Australian designer Tamara Ralph created this velvet gown, complete with shimmering details at the bodice, for Beyoncé’s Los Angeles show. She paired the dramatic piece with a black top hat and Alaïa heels.

The singer looked in control with a custom A-Morir cane that she wore with a bedazzled bodysuit by Prada inspired by their spring/summer 2012 collection.

Instead of her usual over-the-knee stilettos, Beyoncé opted for a towering pair of Marc Jacobs “Kiki” boots. She also wore a custom iteration of a look from the American brand’s fall/winter 2023 collection that featured a glittering red scarf.

This custom Alexander McQeen number, which featured an embellished mini dress and sculptural headpiece, was inspired by the brand’s fall/winter 2013 couture collection.

Sarah Diouf, the designer behind African brand Tongoro, designed this black-and-white motif bodysuit, gloves, and boots for the singer’s Santa Clara, California show.

The star looked presidential in another Ralph Lauren look, this one, a tuxedo-style bodysuit that she paired with a feather boa, bedazzled cane, and black boots.

In an ensemble that would make her song “Telephone” proud, Beyoncé donned a custom bodysuit by Lou de Bètoly made from recycled phones, chargers, and crystals.

Yes, that is Beyoncé hidden under all of that silver fringe. During her Las Vegas show, she certainly made a statement in this silver Jacquemus look.

Even when hidden underneath a red top hat, Beyoncé looked Renaissance -ready in this silver mini dress by Ukrainian brand Frolov.

Beyoncé opted for another printed Marine Serre ensemble, this time, a silver bodysuit layered with a red cut-out dress.

Cult-favorite lingerie brand Agent Provocateur designed this metallic bodysuit, completed with cut-out detailing, for the singer’s Las Vegas show.

Leave it to Beyoncé to make newsboy caps look cool. Here, she paired the accessory with a latex and fishnet look from Dundas.

The star spiced things up with a sheer, crystalized bodysuit by Bronx and Banco that she wore with a white feather overcoat.

Beyoncé donned another Givenchy look during her Glendale, Arizona stop–this one a form-fitting suit dress complete with gold accents along the waist and arms.

British brand Gareth Pugh designed this sculptural metallic bodysuit for the singer, which she paired with over-the-knee boots and flashy opera gloves.

The star swapped out her Loewe “hands” bodysuit for an equally as flashy look from the Spanish brand in the form of a black long sleeve, high-low dress.

Beyoncé looked ravishing in red when she wore this Atelier Zuhra look composed of a glittering bodysuit and a statement-making, sculptural train.

This very “Alien Superstar” ensemble by Zigman featured a semi-sheer bodysuit, metallic knee-high boots, and antena-like wings that doubled as a train.

Georgian brand Situationist and Ukrainian label Yaspis came together to create this custom metallic look for Beyoncé’s Phoenix, Arizona show. The dress featured a criss-cross halter bodice and an asymmetrical draped skirt with a daring slit up to her waist. To finish things off, the star added in a pair of opera-length gloves and a crystal mesh bodysuit.

The superstar, who celebrates her birthday September 4, recently posted a request to her fans via Instagram. “Virgo season is upon us,” she wrote. “This tour has been such a joy and as we approach the last month, my birthday wish is to celebrate with you wearing your most fabulous silver fashions to the show 8.23 – 9.22.”

Beyoncé has long been a fan of Lebanese designer Nicolas Jebran, so it’s only fitting that he crafted one of her buzziest Renaissance World Tour ensembles yet. The custom yellow bodysuit, which took over 200 hour s to make, was paired with beaded opera gloves and knee-high boots. Of course, the star rounded things out with antenna-like shield glasses.

London-based Alessandra Rich designed this shimmering ensemble for Beyoncé’s St. Louis, Missouri stop. The look featured a semi-sheer crystal net bodysuit complete with patent detailing at the midsection and sleeves. Prior to showing off the form-fitting catsuit, she wore a vinyl trench coat and coordinating top hat.

Beyoncé celebrated the arrival of Virgo season with this custom Loewe look that she wore for her St. Louis, Missouri show. She paired the look, which consisted of a metallic sculptural top and black maxi skirt, with sparkly heels from The Attico. The singer also announced that she wants her fans to wear their “most fabulous silver fashions” for the remaining month of her Renaissance tour, which concludes on September 22nd. “We’ll surround ourselves in a shimmering human disco ball each night,” she said in a statement.

The singer previously wore a similar swirl motif mini dress from David Koma earlier on in her tour. This time, though, she paired the piece with an asymmetrical leather jacket, patent cowboy boots, and sleek silver sunglasses.

Beyoncé definitely brought the heat to Miami in this sparkling custom Gucci look. The Italian brand created a corseted bodysuit draped with strands of silver fabric for the singer, which she paired with over-the-knee fringe boots.

Though this custom Valdrin Sahiti bodysuit followed a similar silhouette to many of Beyoncé’s form-fitting looks, its dramatic tulle shoulders and flowing train certainly spiced things up a bit. The singer rounded out the look with a pair of cat eye sunglasses and PVC heels by Mach and Mach.

Unlike her Marni look which was heavy on mixed metals, this custom Missoni ensemble was pure silver. The Italian house designed a patterned form-fitting dress (complete with a leg-baring) slit that the singer unveiled during her Tampa, Florida show. She also wore a silver long sleeve top with built-in gloves underneath, Amina Muaddi heels, and custom Tiffany & Co. glasses.

Patchwork like never before. The singer donned this custom Marni look, composed of a cropped puffer jacket, bodysuit, and boots, for her Atlanta show. The silver and gold pieces were made of leather and fragmented crystals for some extra shine.

Rounding out a pair of Gaurav Gupta looks in Atlanta, Beyoncé chose this show-stopping hooded gown for her final show in the city. The sparkling number is from the brand’s fall/winter 2023 collection and featured a one-sleeve silhouette and a trio of cut-out details.

Beyoncé turned up the heat in this blue flame bodysuit by Roberto Cavalli. The brand’s creative director Fausto Puglisi created the trompe l’oeil ensemble with a slew of Swarovski crystals and even added in a dazzling cowboy hat and gloves to finish off the look.

Even Beyoncé got in on fashion’s sheer obsession with this statement-making Dolce & Gabbana look. She paired the bodysuit, which featured sprawling crystal embroidery, with a pair of fringe sunglasses.

If anyone can make a newsboy cap work, it’s certainly Beyoncé. She accessorized this fitted, embroidered bodysuit from Self-Portrait with a matching hat and strappy heels.

Alberta Ferretti has been a constant throughout Beyoncé’s Renaissance wardrobe. So, naturally, the singer chose a scarlet bodysuit, complete with a sculpted bodice and plenty of crystals, for her Atlanta show.

The star opted for another Gaurav Gupta look, this one, from the brand’s fall/winter 2023 collection. Like her previous ensemble from the brand, the green dress featured an array of smartly placed cut-outs and a thigh-high slit.

If this Carolina Herrera ensemble looks familiar, that’s because Beyoncé previously wore a red version earlier on in her tour. Like the last wear, this one was made complete with a dramatic headpiece and opera-style gloves. The star also tied in a pair of Alaïa cabaret sandals, a pari she’s taken a liking to throughout her time on the road.

The star chose a Barbie pink look from Lapointe during her show in Charlotte, North Carolina. The curve-hugging mini dress featured a one-side feather sleeve and a draped train at the side. Of course, she had to add in a pair of sequined knee-high boots and fringe sunglasses from A-Morir for good measure.

This Gaurav Gupta bodysuit may be Beyoncé’s most detailed one to date—the piece featured elaborate infinity draping that cascaded throughout the look. She then paired the top half with garter-inspired crystal leggings that transitioned into boots.

Beyoncé dazzled in this custom Ralph Lauren satin gown and feather shawl for her Washington, D.C. show (which drew heavyweight guests like Solange Knowles, the Obamas, and Kamala Harris).

Tinsel chic? Beyoncé’s latest custom Gucci look (a fringe bodysuit, sculptural hat, boots, and overcoat) turned heads for all the right reasons at her D.C. show.

Nina Ricci designer Harris Reed created this crystal and velvet bodysuit inspired by the brand’s archival couture gowns. Beyoncé accessorized the look with custom drop earrings and an Elsa Peretti diamond ring from Tiffany & Co.

Beyoncé went with this custom royal blue look from Off-White (she wore a similar red version earlier on in her tour) for her show in the nation’s capital.

Self-Portrait creative director Han Chong custom designed this glittering mesh bodysuit and matching skirt for the star’s Washington, D.C. show. The sequined piece featured a diamond cut-out at the midsection and dramatic feather cuffs.

For her Boston show, Beyoncé dazzled in this reflective silver ensemblefrom Peter Dundas’s namesake brand. The look featured a form-fitting mini dress, oversized trench coat, ankle boots, and a coordinating hat.

Beyoncé got in on the lingerie dressing fad with this sultry custom look from Spanish-born, Paris-based designer Arturo Obegero.

Israeli designer Alon Livné designed this sheer catsuit, complete with intricately placed cut-outs, and ruffled cape for the singer’s Boston show.

Beyoncé looked straight out of a sci-fi thriller in this custom Demobaza look which featured a color blocked bodysuit, harness, and white boots.

Jean Paul Gaultier is known for their trippy prints, so it’s no surprise then that the bending motif was the focal point of this custom bodysuit.

The debate is still out on whether this look should be classified as Barbie pink or Valentino pink. Regardless, Beyoncé nailed this custom look from the Italian brand. She paired the form-fitting bodysuit (which was layered under a cape) with knee-high boots and feathered shield sunglasses.

For her New York show, Beyoncé, fittingly, wore one of the city’s favorite designers. Her custom Marc Jacobs gown featured a dramatic slit, bending black and white stripes, and a slew of dazzling Swarovski crystals.

This Alexander McQueen may look familiar. The singer wore a similar version just a few stops ago in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This one, however, featured a slightly different color way in bronze and silver and was accented by a dramatic reflective cape.

The singer looked ethereal in this semi-sheer Georges Hobeika gown. The piece featured delicate embroidery throughout and a strappy neckline at the bodice. Her sheer headpiece was crafted with 3D embroidered flowers and her opera gloves were trimmed with train-like pieces of fabric.

Beyoncé donned another custom Ivy Park look for her New Jersey show. This one kept up the camouflage theme with another pair of slouchy knee-high boots. Instead of a form-fitting bodysuit like she’s worn in the past, her jersey-style long sleeve was decidedly more casual (yet still packed a punch with crystal embroidery). Blue Ivy had on a matching jersey, too.

Sparkles and (faux) fur took center stage in this Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini look. Her long sleeve bodysuit was embellished with Swarovski crystals and layered perfectly beneath the apricot coat.

The singer packed on the sparkle in this Miu Miu look during her stop in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The tank and cut-off shorts were embroidered with rhinestones and crystals as were her fringed knee-high boots, naturally. She paired the set with a custom Tiffany & Co. silver peephole cowboy hat and HardWear drop earrings.

Louis Vuitton’s newly appointed creative director of menswear, Pharrell Williams, designed this glittering catsuit for Beyoncé’s Detroit, Michigan concert. The two have quite the history as long time friends and collaborators—Williams has produced songs for Beyoncé in the past and she recently attended his debut runway show for the French brand earlier this year. The custom bodysuit put a spin on the brand’s famed Damier check through glittering crystal embroidery. Williams also created custom ensembles for Blue Ivy and Beyoncé’s backup dancers.

Beyoncé looked like liquid gold in this hooded mesh gown from Ivy Park. The piece featured slight ruching at the waist and a dramatic side slit which showed off her daring footwear choice—a pair of Alaïa cabaret heels. The patent calfskin choice are from the brand’s spring/summer 2023 collection in which the heel is designed to mimick the shape of two legs.

This silver cut-out number may just be Beyoncé’s most disco-ready jumpsuit yet. Custom designed by Lanvin, the piece featured the brand’s signature gold hardware as well as ruching throughout. To round things out, Beyoncé accessorized the look with equally as flashy opera gloves and above-the-knee boots.

Beyoncé traded her tour wardrobe of silver and gold for some Tiffany blue while in Chicago, Illinois. The look was created in partnership with designer Giles Deacon and featured a sculptural bodice and sheer organza gloves. She paired the dress with, of course, a custom Tiffany & Co. Twister Collar Necklace.

Beyoncé’s Acne Studios ensemble may have nailed the Barbie pink look, but it certainly did not disappoint during her Minneapolis show. She paired her reflective mini shorts and bustier with an oversized jacket and sparkling thigh-high boots.

Beyoncé’s Renaissance wardrobe isn’t just limited to bodysuits—she’s also been incorporating dramatic ensembles like this custom Schiaparelli mini dress and shawl. The strapless piece featured white feathered detailing which she paired with simple Dolce & Gabbana heels.

Balmain has been a focal point of Beyoncé’s Renaissance wardrobe and things got taken up a notch during her stop in Minneapolis. The singer opted for a sculptural latex bodysuit that she accessorized with knee-high boots, shield sunglasses, and a brimmed top hat.

Beyoncé stunned in silver with this custom Marine Serre look. The star wore a fitted bodysuit, complete with the brand’s signature moon motif, as well as chain undergarments layered on top. She added in a brimmed hat and silver boots for good measure, too.

This custom Alexander McQueen bodysuit is a riff on a similar look from the brand’s fall/winter 2016 collection. The semi-sheer piece features sequin horse embroidery and a tulle base.

It’s no secret that Beyoncé has been all in on the bodysuit style throughout her tour. But this custom Diesel look for her Louisville, Kentucky show may just be one of her most unique styles thus far. The trompe l’oeil look featured a print mimicking denim and grey crystals throughout. And to round things out, the piece’s boots and gloves were connected to the main portion of the ensemble.

Pulling out the sequins in Louisville, Beyoncé dazzled in this custom mini dress by Raisa Vanessa. The dress took nearly six months to make and featured a plunging neckline and two slits on either side. The singer rounded out the look with glittering knee-high boots and goggle-style sunglasses.

Beyoncé donned this Dsquared2 bodysuit—complete with layers of dazzling embellishments and a plunging neckline—for the opening act of her Louisville concert.

Alexander McQueen was a staple throughout Beyoncé’s European performances, so it’s no surprise that she’s returned to the British brand when stateside. During her Nashville concert, the singer wore a custom bodysuit, gloves, and boots complete with crystal embroidery. She stopped it off with a UFO-shaped chapeau appropriate for an alien superstar. The outfit seemed to be a shorter version of a look she wore earlier on in the tour.

The singer opted for another dazzling custom look from David Koma. Unlike her previous printed mini dress from the British designer, this red number had plenty of sequins throughout as well as an asymmetrical train detail. She rounded things out with patent leather boots, a ruby belt, and pendant necklace.

The McQueen look wasn’t the only repurposed silhouette Beyoncé wore in Nashville. She opted for a pink Ivy Park jacket, halter top, and shorts that are, again, a shorter iteration of a similar bodysuit she previously wore in Europe. She also mixed in a pair of custom Tiffany & Co. sunglasses and Gedebe boots to make things even more Renaissance worthy.

Beyoncé certainly leaned into some drama (and disco) with this custom Valentino look in Philadelphia. The focal point was the seemingly never-ending sequined train that connected to the pouf bodice of the bodysuit. She paired the flashy piece with coordinating boots, and towards the end of the show, she flew above the crowd in this look while mounted on a horse.

The singer mixed in some more sequins in Philadelphia with this custom Givenchy mini dress. The piece featured intricately placed cut-outs as well as fringe throughout the dress. She rounded things out with strappy heels and sheer black opera gloves. She, of course, also had on diamonds from Tiffany & Co. in the form of a ring, drop earrings, and a tennis bracelet.

Beyoncé went with another camouflage look from her label Ivy Park, this one a two-piece set. The crop top had built in sleeve-gloves and the mini shorts also featured chaps-like detailing that extended into her boots.

Beyoncé has been wearing plenty of Tiffany & Co. jewelry throughout her tour, but she took it to another level for her first North American stop in Toronto, Canada. The singer donned a dazzling bespoke mini dress from the brand complete with layers of chains and stones. The mesh look of the piece was inspired by the designs of Elsa Peretti and took nearly 200 hours to make. Beyoncé paired the piece with custom Malone Souliers heels as well as vintage earrings and an anklet both from Tiffany & Co.

Also while in Toronto, the singer traded her layered mini dress for a dazzling custom Fendi gown. The piece is a riff on a similar look from the brand’s spring/summer 2021 couture collection and features a daring slit as well as crystal embroidery meant to imitate the appearance of honeycombs. She rounded out the look with another pair of clear heels and statement tassel earrings.

Leave it Beyoncé to make comouflage cool. During the Toronto stop of her tour, the singer wore a fully patterned ensemble from her brand Ivy Park. The look featured a cropped jacket, over-the-knee boots and a plunging bodysuit.

For the final stop of the European leg, Beyoncé went with a slew of sequined and silver ensembles while performing in Warsaw, Poland. This look, by Balmain’s Olivier Rousteing, featured a dramatic bodice that cascaded down her side as well as a daring slit at the skirt. The singer rounded out her look with velvet gloves and a pair of Manolo Blahnik heels.

While Beyoncé has had some pretty avant-garde outfits, this Richard Quinn number may be her most “Alien Superstar” yet. The look featured legging-style pants with large crystal embellishments as well as a peplum-inspired top finished with similar adornments. However, the focal point of the ensemble is certainly the UFO-like headpiece that obscured everything but the singer’s eyes.

Outfitting an entire crew and Beyoncé is certainly no small feat, but global brand Daily Paper seemed to be up for the task. During the "Opulence" section of her concert in Warsaw, Beyoncé donned an embellished black jumpsuit and reflective track jacket from the brand—which she paired with knee-high boots and one of her signature top hats. In addition to Beyoncé’s look, Daily Paper designed over 100 custom tracksuits for her crew and dancers, mostly in silver reflective nylon.

Just one night after sporting a similar hooded piece while in Paris, Beyoncé went with another veiled look, this time, for her concert in Hamburg, Germany. The ensemble is designed by Carolina Herrera creative director Wes Gordon and features a plunging bodysuit, sheer red tights, and a silk hood that connects at the head and arms. Of course, the singer also had on her signature opera gloves and glitzy earrings to round out the look.

Again in Hamburg, the singer chose a look from Ivy Park—one of a wider selection of pieces from an upcoming collection between her brand and Adidas. Naturally, backup dancer’s leotards matched her ruched mini dress and knee-high boots.

Ferragamo’s creative director Maximillian Davis designed this red glittering gown for the singer’s show in Amsterdam. In honor of Juneteenth, Davis was one of several Black designers that Beyoncé wore throughout the show.

This robo-couture custom Balmain look featured silver-plated detailing that paneled the singer’s bodysuit. She paired the piece, which drifted into gloves, with a pair of knee-high boots.

“In the industry where we have to all fight, I want to thank [Beyoncé’s] support last night [to] all the Black designers that had created their own space in this tough industry,” Balmain designer Olivier Rousteing said . “This was the celebration.”

This is the second all-red Off-White look worn by Beyoncé during her tour. Her second version, however, featured a shortened silhouette and an accompanying top hat that was designed by the brand’s art and image director Ibrahim Kamara.

For her second Balmain look in Amsterdam, Beyoncé went with another iteration of the bee-inspired catsuits we’ve seen repeatedly on her tour thus far. This time, she paired the ensemble with a coordinating top hat rather than her infamous insect-like antena.

New York designer LaQuan Smith crafted this silver, shattered glass bodysuit for the singer’s Amsterdam stop. She paired the plunging piece with an equally as disco-worthy cape and heels.

London-based brand Feben outfitted Beyoncé in a color-blocked catsuit. “Thank you for inviting me into your world,” the designer wrote on Instagram . “What an incredible moment to be a part of, and a pivotal one for myself, and my inner child. It means the world to be supported and seen as a Black female designer in the industry.”

This deep silver mini dress was the second look from Ferragamo the singer wore in Amsterdam. The look featured ruched detailing that drifted into a train and above-knee boots.

While Beyoncé has, seemingly, unlimited access to a never-ending roster of designers, she went with her own label Ivy Park for this pink look in Amsterdam—and rightly so. Designed by the star herself, the piece featured daring slits, opera-style gloves, and a halter neckline.

“I started designing this collection over a year ago,” she said on Instagram . “I was so engulfed in all things Renaissance and was inspired by Studio 54, Bob Mackie, and the disco era.”

In Amsterdam, the singer went with a custom Gucci corseted leotard. The glitzy piece featured sheer detailing and draped crystal fringe that fell across the bodice area.

Naturally, Dutch designer Iris van Herpen was a standout of Beyoncé’s wardrobe for her first night in Amsterdam. The custom look, which took over 700 hours to make, featured a flowing train paired with a sculptural mini dress.

Yes, you can always count on Beyoncé to wear a form-fitting catsuit. But this one by Lebanese designer had a handful of eye-catching details. The bodice was composed of various strands of rhinestones and crystals and the sheer portion wrapped entirely around her body (even down to her boots).

French designer Simon Porte Jacquemus is from Marseille, France so it’s fitting that he outfitted the singer for her tour stop there. Jacquemus, who attended the concert, designed a form-ftting mini dress, boots, and gloves that featured disco ball-esque paillettes.

“[Beyoncé] is the first singer I saw live in Marseille 15 years ago,” he wrote on Instagram . “I’m so happy and proud. What a night in Provence, means a lot.”

This custom gown by Alebrta Ferretti has an embroidered leotard and a gold draped train that cascades down the singer’s side. Beyoncé wore the eye-catching piece with matching knee-high boots and black opera gloves (which have been a running theme in many of her looks throughout the tour thus far).

Beyoncé went with a sparkling, disco-inspired Stella McCartney dress and stirrup leggings for her concert in Barcelona, Spain. The custom look was made of environmentally friendly materials such as silver lead-free crystals.

“It is a life moment to dress someone as iconic and inspiring as Beyoncé—a visionary pioneer, disruptor, and artist who has worked tirelessly to make the world a better place,” the British designer said. A pair of clear Amina Muaddi heels rounded out the ensemble.

The star wore a custom Fendi leather intarsia catsuit for her show in the Spanish city. It was paired with over-the-knee boots, matching gloves, and an upcycled fur cape inspired by illustrations by Antonio Lopez as seen in Fendi’s spring 2022 collection.

For her fifth and final show in London, Beyoncé wore a custom Mary Katrantzou surrealist mini dress with black and gold detailing. The look, meant to resemble a perfume bottle, also featured a custom Stephen Jones bottle top headpiece, latex boots, and gloves.

The 41-year-old singer opted for a dramatic “Black Blossom” Robert Wun look. The form-fitting ensemble featured a plunging blazer accented by ruffled sleeves and asymmetrical pleated detailing.

Beyoncé again went with another British label for her third London show, this time a custom Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood look. The mini latex dress features corset-style detailing and sheer spiral sleeves.

Beyoncé wore a custom royal blue Roksanda number for her London show. The piece is a riff of a similar dress from the brand’s fall/winter 2023 collection.

Alexander McQueen has been a staple of Beyoncé’s Renaissance wardrobe thus far. Here, she wore a custom deep red embroidered dress with coordinating boots and opera gloves—an iteration of a similar look from their fall/winter 2023 collection.

The signature silver paillettes of Paco Rabanne fit perfectly into the visual aesthetic of Renaissance, so its no surprise the star opted for a piece from the brand. She wore a glitzy custom gown for her show in Paris.

The 41-year-old looked ethereal in a custom light blue gown by New York brand Brandon Blackwood. She paired the off-the-shoulder number with coordinating opera gloves and silver jewels.

Beyoncé chose a statement-making Off-White look for her London show. The red bodysuit features a bustier-style top and 40,000 red hotfix crystals throughout.

Ditching the catsuits that fill the latter half of her concert, Beyoncé has chosen a series of stunning gowns for the opening segment of her show. Here, she wore a white Valentino dress complete with a train and coordinating opera gloves.

The singer was worn several looks from London-based brand David Koma over the course of her tour—one of them being this asymmetrical mini dress that features glittering fringe and wide shoulders.

The star has worn a silver two piece set from Loewe for several of her tour stops. On top of the long sleeve, she layered a molded breastplate and rounded out the look will silver boots.

This custom Dolce & Gabbana bodysuit is one of many bee-themed looks that Beyoncé has worn (there’s a reason she’s referred to as the Queen B after all). The piece features black and yellow embroidery as well as coordinating opera gloves.

Beyoncé continued her longstanding relationship with Balmain’s Olivier Rousteing—here, she wore an silver asymmetrical mini dress, thigh high boots, and wraparound sunglasses.

Beyoncé kept the bee theme rolling at the opening night of her tour in Stockholm. She wore a custom Mugler catsuit complete with towering antennas and bug-like sunglasses.

This custom look from Alexander McQueen features bugle bead and crystal anatomical embroidery. Beyoncé wore the piece during the opening night in Stockholm.

This trompe l’oeil Loewe catsuit has become a fan favorite throughout the star’s tour. The piece was custom made by the brand’s creative director Jonathan Anderson and is a play on a similar dress that recently went down the runway.

Beyoncé has worn this silver cutout bodysuit from French brand Courrèges several times thus far.

Beyoncé and her dancers wore colorful David Koma looks for opening night. The ruched dress, which she wore with a reflective jacket, is inspired by the brand’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection.

Beyoncé wore another custom Balmain look, a catsuit complete with the brand’s signature silver embroidery.

Beyoncé donned a color changing robe by Japanese brand Anrealage in what was one of the more experimental looks of the tour. The piece changed colors when exposed to UV lights and revealed a stained glass-like pattern.

This article was originally published on May 31, 2023

QUEEN B’S RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR BECOMES THE HIGHEST GROSSING TOUR BY A FEMALE ARTIST

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Beyoncé and her ongoing world tour is making history. “Renaissance” is being recognised as the highest grossing tour ever for a female artist.

As per Chart Data, Queen B’s current engagement has grossed more than $461 million USD as of writing. This surpasses Madonna’s 2008 to 2009 Sticky & Sweet Tour, which grossed $411 million USD.

. @Beyonce 's 'Renaissance World Tour' becomes the highest grossing tour by a female artist in history with over $461 million, surpassing @Madonna 's 'Sticky & Sweet Tour'. pic.twitter.com/hQZsNjDyxO — chart data (@chartdata) August 31, 2023

She released her seventh studio album, “Renaissance,”  in May, with its tours scheduled for Europe and North America in February. Five events at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London over the months of May and June grossed £33 million. Supporters crashed the Ticketmaster website due to the sheer volume of demand.

According to optimistic projections about the amount of fans purchasing tickets, the high average ticket price is $700 USD and the artist’s “considerable share” of product revenues.  Forbes predicted earlier this May that Beyoncé might make more than $2 billion USD from the tour.

The numbers for the “RENAISSANCE” tour could still increase. The artist still has performances scheduled in Vancouver, Seattle, Arlington, Houston, New Orleans, and Kansas City through the beginning of October.

Well, we know her as Queen B for a reason! Don’t we?

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Madonna's Final Celebration Tour Stop in Rio de Janeiro Draws Record-Breaking Audience of 1.6 Million

T he Queen of Pop held a free concert at the Copacabana Beach as a "thank you" to her fans "for celebrating more than four decades of music" during her global tour

Madonna promised her fans the biggest dance party in the world — and the Queen of Pop delivered on May 4 in Rio de Janeiro.

In March the singer, 65, announced she would be performing a historic free concert at Copacabana Beach for her final Celebration Tour show, and on the night a record-breaking 1.6 million fans watched the pop superstar perform her final Celebration Tour concert.

The show made history as, though the annual New Year's Eve concerts at Copacabana Beach have drawn larger crowds, Madonna's May 4 audience was her biggest ever, and the largest ever for a stand-alone concert by any artist, a record previously held by The Rolling Stones.

During the show, Madonna played a host of hits, including "Like A Virgin," "Like A Prayer," and "Into The Groove."

For her performance of "Vogue," the pop icon was joined on stage by Anitta, who shared her delight on her Instagram Stories .

"@madonna soooo happy for being part of this incredible moment with you," she wrote across a video of the two artists together on stage during the concert.

Sponsored by Itaú Apresenta, the concert — her first in Brazil since 2012 — "will be free of charge as a thank you to her fans for celebration more than four decades of her music over the course of the epic global run of the tour," stated a press release.

The show took place in front of the Belmond Copacabana Palance Hotel, and entry was available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Related: Madonna Announces Historic Free Concert in Brazil as Final Celebration Tour Show

The Material Girl kicked off her  long-awaited Celebration Tour  at London's O2 Arena in October with an electrifying two-hour set during which she opened up about her  road back to the stage  after  her hospitalization last year  following a  serious bacterial infection .

"I didn't think I was gonna make it. Neither did my doctors. That's why I woke up with all of my children sitting around me," Madonna  said of her kids  Lourdes, 27, Rocco, 23, David, 18, Mercy, 18, and twins Stella and Estere, 11. "But the angels were protecting me, and my children were there. And my children always save me every time."

Last month the singer shared a carousel of behind-the-scenes snaps of herself with her kids ( David, Mercy, Stella and Estere all performed alongside mom during her run of shows) from their past few months on tour.

"On the day before our 80th show of the Celebration Tour I need to acknowledge my incredibly talented children who carried me through this Journey each of them bringing their own unique talent to the stage," she wrote in the caption.

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Madonna ends Celebration tour with biggest ever show to over a million fans at Rio’s Copacabana beach

Madonna performed her biggest ever show, closing her Celebration world tour in front of 1.6 million fans with free tickets on Rio’s Copacabana beach. 

Despite starting 50 minutes late, Madonna packed over 20 songs from 15 albums into her show and was joined on stage by Latin star Anitta to perform "Vogue". 

The 65-year-old began the tour in London last October   and has been performing an eclectic mix of her catalogue on dates around the world.

The Copacabana show dwarfed her previous record crowd of 130,000 at Paris' Parc des Sceaux in 1987.

"Here we are in the most beautiful place in the world," Madonna told the crowd.

Pointing out the ocean view, the mountains and the Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking the city, she added: "This place is magic."

Rio spent the last few days readying itself for the performance.

An estimated 1.6 million people attended the gig, more than 10 times Madonna's record attendance of 130,000 at Paris' Parc des Sceaux in 1987.

Madonna's official website hyped the show as the biggest in her four-decade career.

In recent days, the buzz was palpable. Fans milled outside the stately, beachfront Copacabana Palace hotel, where Madonna is staying, hoping to catch a glimpse of the pop star. 

By midday on Saturday, fans crowded in front of the hotel. A white-bearded man carried a sign saying: "Welcome, Madonna. You are the best. I love you."

Flags with "Madonna" printed against a background of Copacabana's iconic black-and-white waved sidewalk pattern hung from balconies. The area teemed with street vendors, and concert attendees kitted out in themed T-shirts, sweating under a baking sun.

"Since Madonna arrived here, I've been coming every day with this outfit to welcome my idol, my diva, my pop queen," said Rosemary de Oliveira Bohrer, 69, who sported a gold-coloured cone bra and a black cap.

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"It's going to be an unforgettable show here in Copacabana," said Oliveira Bohrer, a retired civil servant who lives in the area.

Eighteen sound towers were spread along the beach to ensure all attendees could hear the hits. Her two-hour show started at 10.37pm local time, nearly 50 minutes behind schedule.

City Hall produced a report in April estimating that the concert would inject 293 million reals (£46 million) into the local economy.

Hotel capacity was expected to reach 98 per cent in Copacabana, according to Rio's hotel association.

Fans from Brazil, Argentina and France sought out Airbnbs for the weekend, the platform said in a statement.

Rio's international airport had forecast an extra 170 flights for the first week of May from 27 destinations, City Hall said in a statement.

"It's a unique opportunity to see Madonna; who knows if she'll ever come back," said Alessandro Augusto, 53, who flew in from Brazil's Ceara state - approximately 1,555 miles from Rio.

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Madonna’s free Copacabana beach concert attracts estimated crowd of 1.6m

It was the last show of The Celebration Tour, which kicked off in October in London.

Madonna put on a free concert on Copacabana beach on Saturday night, turning Rio de Janeiro’s vast stretch of sand into an enormous dance floor teeming with many of her fans.

It was the last show of The Celebration Tour, her first retrospective, which kicked off in October in London.

The “Queen of Pop” began the show with her 1998 hit Nothing Really Matters.

Huge cheers rose from the buzzing, tightly packed crowd pressed against the barriers. Others looked on from brightly lighted apartments and hotels lining the beachfront. Helicopters and drones flew overhead.

“Here we are in the most beautiful place in the world,” Madonna told the crowd.

Pointing out the ocean view, the mountains and the Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking the city, she added: “This place is magic.”

Rio spent the last few days readying itself for the performance.

An estimated 1.6 million people attended the gig, more than 10 times Madonna’s record attendance of 130,000 at Paris’ Parc des Sceaux in 1987.

Madonna’s official website hyped the show as the biggest in her four-decade career.

In recent days, the buzz was palpable. Fans milled outside the stately, beachfront Copacabana Palace hotel, where Madonna is staying, hoping to catch a glimpse of the pop star. They danced on the sand during the sound check on the stage set up in front of the hotel.

By midday on Saturday, fans crowded in front of the hotel. A white-bearded man carried a sign saying: “Welcome, Madonna. You are the best. I love you.”

Flags with “Madonna” printed against a background of Copacabana’s iconic black-and-white waved sidewalk pattern hung from balconies. The area teemed with street vendors, and concert attendees kitted out in themed T-shirts, sweating under a baking sun.

“Since Madonna arrived here, I’ve been coming every day with this outfit to welcome my idol, my diva, my pop queen,” said Rosemary de Oliveira Bohrer, 69, who sported a gold-coloured cone bra and a black cap.

“It’s going to be an unforgettable show here in Copacabana,” said Oliveira Bohrer, a retired civil servant who lives in the area.

Eighteen sound towers were spread along the beach to ensure all attendees could hear the hits. Her two-hour show started at 10.37pm local time, nearly 50 minutes behind schedule.

City Hall produced a report in April estimating that the concert would inject 293 million reals (£46 million) into the local economy.

Hotel capacity was expected to reach 98% in Copacabana, according to Rio’s hotel association.

Fans from Brazil, Argentina and France sought out Airbnbs for the weekend, the platform said in a statement.

Rio’s international airport had forecast an extra 170 flights for the first week of May from 27 destinations, City Hall said in a statement.

“It’s a unique opportunity to see Madonna; who knows if she’ll ever come back,” said Alessandro Augusto, 53, who flew in from Brazil’s Ceara state — approximately 1,555 miles from Rio.

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Snyde | madonna brings 1.6m people to rio’s copacabana beach in record-setting tour finale.

The pop diva wrapped her critically acclaimed Celebration World Tour on Saturday night with an emotional finale in front of 1.6 million fans on Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana beach.

The 81st and final show of Madonna’s 12th concert tour — which celebrated the artist’s 40-year career and paid homage to her New York City roots — gave concertgoers much of what they’ve come to expect since the show kicked off at the O2 arena in London on Oct. 14: A theatrical spectacle, tear-inducing moments, a considerably late start and four decades of generation-defining hits.

But on Saturday, the Queen of Pop once again showed the world why she’s still deserving of the title.

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According to the city’s tourism agency Riotur, the crowd of 1.6 million fans who took over the sands and sidewalks of the world-famous beach — about 100,000 more people than previously expected — easily broke her previous record, when 130,000 fans saw her second music tour, Who’s That Girl, in Paris in 1987.

She’s also the first female artist to perform in front of an audience of 1 million people, according to Luiz Guilherme Niemeyer of Bonus Track, the Brazilian production company that brought Madonna to Rio.

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Nearly 5,000 law enforcement officers were on standby for what some locals dubbed “the show of the century.” Several streets were completely taken over by fans, many of whom camped out for days to secure a good viewing spot.

Besides Madonna’s faithful LGBTQ fan base — several of them wearing clothing representative of a different Madonna era, such as Blond Ambition-themed cone bras or Erotica-days S&M gear — Gen X mothers and their children danced to pop music classics including “Everybody,” “Into the Groove,” “Vogue” and “Holiday.”

She also paid tribute to all the lives lost to AIDS while singing “Live to Tell” during one of the show’s more powerful moments.

The emotional and introspective moment consisted of photographs of Madonna’s friends, mentors and fellow artists who died from the illness flashing on large screens behind her. On Saturday, that list also included late Brazilian artists, including the singers Cazuza and Renato Russo and the writer Caio Fernando de Abreu.

Later in the show, Madonna welcomed to the stage Brazilian superstar Anitta , who served as a judge in the show’s highly Instagrammable — and often NSFW — ballroom runway segment.

Pabllo Vittar, another Brazilian pop culture giant , also made a surprise appearance during Saturday’s show. The global drag superstar helped Madonna kick the energy level into ecstasy levels as the duo sang Madonna’s 2000 No. 1 hit “Music,” a new addition to the tour set list, alongside drum players from the city’s samba schools.

The “wonderful” show proved that Madonna “has always been ahead of her time,” Mirelle de França, a 50-year-old journalist and longtime fan of the artist, told the Daily News.

“She was happy, radiant … and made Rio happy,” she added.

“Here we are in the most beautiful place in the world,” Madonna told the audience at the beginning of the eagerly awaited performance that promised to turn Copacabana into “the world’s largest dance floor.”

“This place is magic,” she said, pointing out the ocean to her right, the mountains to her left and the Christ the Redeemer statue right behind her.

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