Blue Ivy Was Applauded For Breaking One Of Beyonce's Golden Rules With The Media

Blue Ivy Carter broke one of Beyoncé’s golden rules when it comes to dealing with the media, but she has in fact been applauded for it. When she turned 12 in January 2024, Blue Ivy was already among the wealthiest kids globally, with a net worth estimated at $720 million by GoBankingRates.com. At the age of 9, the young artist made history by winning her first Grammy on March 14, 2021. As of late 2023, this feat made her the second-youngest Grammy winner.

The first-born daughter of Beyoncé and Jay-Z has shown immense potential for a successful career in the entertainment industry, guided by her highly successful parents. Her early career accomplishments in the world of music suggest a maturity beyond her years, a trait that appears to extend to her personal life as well.

Despite her mother having a set of rules for handling media interactions, the young Carter chose to step outside these boundaries. Her decision to do so not only demonstrated her independence, but in fact, also garnered public admiration.

Beyoncé Tries To Stay Away From The Media And Interviews

During the launch of her 2021 Ivy Park athleisure collection, Beyoncé chose to give a rare interview to Harper's Bazaar magazine, which was simply titled Beyoncé's evolution. This moment allowed the Lemonade singer to share her thoughts on privacy in the limelight, and why she engages the media on a needs-only basis.

Beyoncé passionately articulated the necessity of fighting for one's privacy and sanity in a world where much of a public figure's life can become common property. “In this business, so much of your life does not belong to you unless you fight for it. I’ve fought to protect my sanity and my privacy because the quality of my life depended on it,” she explained.

Beyond just a defense of privacy, however, the legendary songbird delved into the misconceptions that can arise from her guarded approach. She acknowledged how her reticence might be misinterpreted as being distant or aloof. Clarifying her stance, Beyoncé said, “A lot of who I am is reserved for the people I love and trust. Those who don’t know me and have never met me might interpret that as being closed off. Trust, the reason those folks don’t see certain things about me is because my Virgo ass does not want them to see it....It’s not because it doesn’t exist!”

Against Beyoncé's Advice, Blue Ivy Used Media Backlash To Fuel Her Performances

While Beyoncé believes in ignoring what the media says about her, Blue Ivy Carter decided to use backlash against her in the press to fuel her performances, turning criticism into a powerful motivator. In her documentary concert film Renaissance: A Film, released on December 1, 2023, Beyoncé explained how her record-breaking tour was orchestrated, featuring cameos by her then-11-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy.

Despite the young talent’s eagerness to perform alongside her, Beyoncé was initially hesitant. “She told me she was ready to perform, and I told her no,” the Irreplaceable star shared in the documentary, as reported by The New York Times. However, after reconsidering, Blue Ivy was allowed to participate in one show, with limited time to prepare.

Following the performance, however, she encountered negative comments on social media regarding her dancing. And while this understandably caused Beyoncé some dismay, she was ultimately proud of Blue Ivy's decision to work harder. Motivated by the feedback, the award-winning pre-teen committed to improving her skills and joined her mother for several more tour stops.

What Fans Have Said About Blue Ivy Carter’s Performances

The performances of Blue Ivy Carter alongside her mother Beyoncé during the Irreplaceable singer’s The Renaissance World Tour did not only capture the attention of audiences worldwide, but also sparked a wave of admiration and support from fans across various online platforms.

In the YouTube comment sections of videos featuring mother and daughter performing, viewers were quick to express their amazement and pride in Blue Ivy’s abilities and confidence on stage.

One comment highlighted, “Kudos to Blue's confidence. That's a proud mom right there. Next level 'bring your daughter to your work day.’” Another viewer pointed out Blue Ivy's remarkable work ethic, saying, "The fact that an 11 yr old learned the same choreography as the adults shows her work ethic at such a young age. Any parent would be proud."

Expressions of emotional connection and admiration further filled the comments, with fans noting, "Wow blue ivy is amazing! Like mother like daughter," and "Y’all I ugly cry every time I see her dance…Blue is an icon…PERIOD. I feel like a proud mommy lol." A particularly poignant remark emphasized her growth and professionalism, saying, "BI has truly matured and has developed more confidence. She has done an excellent job performing with her mom. Her dancing was excellent, ladylike, and very professional. She should be proud of herself. Wish her the very best."