Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Debut: Stunning Halftime Performance

Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Debut: Stunning Halftime Performance Beyoncé dazzled audiences during the Texans vs. Ravens Christmas Day football game with a stunning halftime performance, streaming exclusively on Netflix. The show marked her first live rendition of tracks from *Cowboy Carter*, her Americana-inspired album that recently earned a record-breaking 11 Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year. In a high-energy production, Beyoncé performed hits like “16 Carriages,” “Blackbiird,” and “Jolene,” blending country aesthetics with her signature style. She was joined by daughter Blue Ivy Carter, along with collaborators Shaboozey and Post Malone, as dancers, horses, and pickup trucks filled the stage. Dressed in cowboy-inspired outfits, Beyoncé celebrated her Texan roots with a grand finale performance of “Texas Hold ’Em,” soaring above the crowd in a gravity-defying stunt. Netflix confirmed the performance will be released as a standalone special soon. Mariah Carey also made an appearance earlier in the day with a pre-taped performance before the Chiefs-Steelers game, kicking off the NFL’s Christmas festivities. Beyoncé’s groundbreaking Cowboy Carter halftime show not only highlighted her versatility but also celebrated Americana culture in a fresh, unforgettable way, cementing her as an icon in both music and sports entertainment.