Pop superstar Beyoncé was notably absent from the Democratic National Convention, where Vice President Kamala Harris was nominated for president. Rumors of a performance by Beyoncé spread before Harris’ speech, with even Beyoncé’s publicist addressing the speculation on Instagram. The pop superstar’s song “Freedom” featuring Kendrick Lamar, which is Harris’ campaign song, played at the convention. The rumors were believed to be a tactic to boost viewership of the convention, with people across the political spectrum commenting on the situation on social media.
Despite the buzz around Beyoncé’s potential performance, she did not appear at the convention. The event drew a substantial audience, with an estimated 26.2 million viewers tuning in for the final night and an average of 28.9 million watching Harris’ acceptance speech. Beyoncé’s absence from the event coincided with reports that her camp had sent a cease-and-desist notice to former President Donald Trump’s campaign for the unauthorized use of her music.
Overall, the excitement and speculation surrounding Beyoncé’s potential appearance at the DNC added an additional layer of intrigue to the event, captivating viewers and generating discussion across social media platforms. Despite the lack of a live performance by the pop superstar, the convention successfully highlighted and celebrated Harris’ historic nomination.
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