Beyoncé's latest tour may have just begun, but already two special guests are stealing the spotlight — her daughters, Blue Ivy Carter and Rumi Carter. The superstar singer, 42, launched her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour on April 28 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles with an unforgettable opening night packed with dazzling moments, powerful vocals, and a celebration of family.
In one of the evening’s most talked-about highlights, 13-year-old Blue Ivy returned triumphantly to the stage, dancing front and center during her mother’s performance of "America Has a Problem." The crowd erupted into cheers as Blue, now a seasoned performer in her own right, commanded the stage with confidence, while the other dancers respectfully stayed back. Beyoncé beamed with pride as she watched her daughter, the joy radiating from her as thousands of fans screamed in support.
Later in the set came a truly emotional moment that left fans reaching for their tissues: seven-year-old Rumi Carter made her onstage debut during "Protector," a tender ballad that features lyrics capturing a mother’s boundless love. "Even though I know someday you're gonna shine on your own, I will be your protector," Beyoncé sang, as Rumi sweetly joined her and Blue under the spotlight. The three stood together, sharing smiles and soft glances, creating an image that will be etched into fans’ memories for years to come.
Following the moving performance, a montage of Beyoncé with her children — Blue, Rumi, and twin brother Sir — played on the stadium screens, sparking a wave of emotional reactions across social media. "Seeing Beyoncé share the stage with her daughters was just beautiful," one fan wrote. "You can feel the love."
This is not Blue Ivy’s first time on tour with her superstar mother. She first wowed audiences during the Renaissance World Tour in 2023, making her surprise debut in Paris, and later gracing stages worldwide. She even joined Beyoncé for the Christmas Day Beyoncé Bowl halftime show in 2024, earning standing ovations for her poised performances. But Sunday night’s show in Los Angeles marked the first time Rumi has ever stepped onto a professional stage — and the sweet moment seemed to symbolize a new chapter not only for Beyoncé as an artist but also for her as a mother.
The Los Angeles performance kicked off what promises to be a historic tour: a 32-stadium journey spanning nine cities across the U.S. and Europe, culminating with a grand finale in Las Vegas on July 26. Beyoncé is already making history along the way, with her run at SoFi Stadium marking the most dates played by any artist at the iconic venue.
The Cowboy Carter era has been a landmark moment for the Grammy-winning icon. She first unveiled the 27-track project in March 2024 — a bold, genre-defying album that pays tribute to the traditions of country music while showcasing Black artists both legendary and emerging. The album’s release immediately shattered records, making Beyoncé the first Black woman to top the Billboard country charts and reinforcing her status as a groundbreaking force in the music industry.
Her efforts were rewarded at the 2025 Grammy Awards, where Cowboy Carter won best country album and the prestigious album of the year title. It was during that celebratory weekend that Beyoncé delighted fans further by announcing her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour. The project also forms the second act of a trilogy Beyoncé first teased back in 2022, when she released Renaissance, her acclaimed seventh studio album.
Meanwhile, not everyone is convinced that the tour will be a runaway success. Rapper 50 Cent recently commented on reports of low ticket sales for the Cowboy Carter Tour, which kicked off at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. According to TMZ, nearly 3,800 tickets were still available for the inaugural show, with prices ranging from $47 to $331. Resale tickets were reportedly priced as low as $20.
50 Cent shared a screenshot of the headline on his Instagram, captioning his post: "[eyeball emoji] sh-- getting real out here, [thinking face] hey the tickets ain’t selling." Fans chimed in, suggesting various reasons for the low sales, including high prices and competition with other artists on tour this year. One fan noted, "Tickets too damn expensive that's why," while another pointed out issues with Ticketmaster's pricing practices.
The Cowboy Concert will conclude on July 26 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The current low prices for the tour have made fans who grabbed tickets during the February presale upset as they complained they paid much more compared to the lower prices seen now. Expensive ticket prices and resale have been a persistent problem, especially with Ticketmaster, as concert ticket costs have surged in recent years.
Only time will tell how Cowboy Carter will perform, especially following the Renaissance Tour, which earned an impressive $579 million and became Beyoncé's highest-grossing tour as of August 31, 2023.
Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour is not just a musical journey; it's an exploration of her artistry and personal growth. She has openly discussed the challenges she faced entering the country genre, stating in an Instagram post on March 19, 2025: "The criticisms I faced when I first entered this genre forced me to propel past the limitations that were put on me." Many fans speculate that this moment refers to her controversial performance at the 2016 Country Music Awards, where she faced backlash for her collaboration with The Chicks.
Despite the mixed reviews about ticket sales, the energy at the SoFi Stadium for the tour's opening night suggests that for many fans, this tour is a celebration of Beyoncé's legacy and her family's bond. With Blue Ivy and Rumi sharing the stage, it’s clear that the Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour is as much about family as it is about music, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
As the tour continues across the U.S. and Europe, fans eagerly await to see how the narrative unfolds, both in terms of ticket sales and the emotional performances that define Beyoncé's artistry.
