Beyonces father defends her performance in Dubai despite anti-LGBTQ+ laws backlash

Beyonce’s recent concert in Dubai has sparked controversy among fans, who have criticized her for performing in a country with strict anti-LGBTQ+ laws.

The 42-year-old singer, who was paid $24 million, faced backlash for her performance at the Atlantis The Royal hotel, where she did not include any songs from her new LGBTQ+ Renaissance album.

Beyonce’s father, Matthew Knowles, 71, has come to her defense, commending his daughter for ‘bringing people together from all walks of life’ and announced her plans for a tour where she will perform songs from Renaissance.
 

‘People who weren’t at the show might not understand.. she gave respect and got respect back from the country, calling it an amazing moment.

Knowles further emphasized that Beyonce has always advocated for inclusiveness and believes that everyone present was there for love, asserting that she would never intentionally harm anyone.

He also disclosed that Beyonce is preparing for a Renaissance tour and will announce the details ‘when she is ready.’

Her latest album, Renaissance, dedicated to her uncle Jonny, who identified as gay and battled HIV, was not part of the performance set, sparking criticism from fans who expressed confusion over her decision to hold a concert in Dubai.

Bev Jackson, co-founder of the LGB Alliance, expressed deep disappointment in Beyonce’s choice to perform a ‘lucrative concert in Dubai where same-sex acts are considered a criminal offense’ despite being considered a ‘huge icon’ for the gay community.

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