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Beyoncé

The latest news on Beyoncé, American singer, songwriter and businesswoman, including showbiz news and updates.

Born

4 Sep 1981

Industry

Entertainment, Music

Job Title

Singer

Drake (left) and Jay-Z are on the list of hip-hop stars with the most expensive jewellery collections. Photos: @montreality/Instagram

Celebrity style

‘Iced out’ watches and bejewelled chains: 5 hip-hop stars with the priciest bling

A US$39 million stash takes the bling throne … but which rapper got a 10-carat diamond surgically embedded into his forehead?

28 Jul 2026 - 4:00AM

Icons and Influencers

Who is Olivia Burgess the dancer sparking dating rumours with Joshua Jackson?

11 Jun 2026 - 6:00PM

Art

5 exhibitions across the globe celebrating women who shaped art and culture

9 May 2026 - 8:00AM

Celebrity children

Meet Anna Wintour’s daughter, Bee Shaffer – who was just at the Met Gala

The daughter of the Vogue editor had acting dreams as a child, but ultimately became a producer – and calls her mother ‘the most generous person’.

5 May 2026 - 6:00PM

Anna Wintour’s daughter, Bee Shaffer, attended the 2026 Met Gala with her husband, Francesco Carrozzini. Photos: Handout

Celebrity style

Met Gala 2026: What did the stars wear to fashion’s biggest night?

The theme this year was Fashion is Art, and stars did not disappoint – Kylie Jenner wore Schiaparelli, and Blackpink’s Rosé stunned in Saint Laurent.

5 May 2026 - 4:28PM

Fashion

Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams among Met Gala 2026 co-chairs

Zoe Kravitz and Anthony Vaccarello, meanwhile, chair a ‘host committee’, as the dress code – ‘Fashion is Art’ – is also announced.

24 Feb 2026 - 12:58PM

Celebrity style

How to Style like … Hollywood’s best hairstylists and make-up artists

These hairstylists and make-up artists to the stars work with the likes of the Kardashians, Hailey Bieber, Beyoncé and J.Lo.

28 Jul 2026 - 12:25PM

Take some style cues from hairstylists and make-up artists to the stars, Sir John, Jen Atkin, Chris Appleton and Mary Phillips. Photos: Getty Images, FilmMagic

Kris Jenner

Meet Dr Steven Levine, the plastic surgeon behind Kris Jenner’s viral facelift

The Kardashian-Jenner matriarch looked radiant at her 70th birthday bash – but what is this ‘secret password’ she has with her plastic surgeon?

12 Nov 2025 - 6:00PM

Icons and Influencers

Style according to … fashion designer to the stars, Tamara Ralph

The London-based, Sydney-born designer has worked with the likes of Beyoncé, Angelina Jolie, Amal Clooney and Gemma Chan.

9 Nov 2025 - 6:00AM

Horoscopes

Love, health and travel predictions in September 2025, Wood Rooster month

It’s the Dragon’s luckiest month of the year, but those born in the Year of the Pig or Goat may need to watch out.

9 Sep 2025 - 10:54AM

How does the Wood Rooster affect your luck in September 2025? Illustration: SCMP Graphics

Jeff Bezos

Meet the planners behind Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s Venice wedding

Founded by Italian aristocrats, the events and travel company describes itself as ‘responsible for masterminding the world’s most exclusive, private and spectacular parties’.

24 Jun 2025 - 1:00PM

Prince Antonio Licata di Baucina (right) and Riccardo Lanza are co-founders of London-based events company Lanza & Baucina, the planners behind Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding in Venice. Photo: Getty Images

Food and Drinks

Mouthing Off | Why do people obsess over what celebrities like Beyoncé and Dua Lipa eat?

From carbs to weight-loss diets to Diet Coke with jalapeño sauce, celebrity food and wellness trends are everywhere, but what do they know?

4 Jun 2025 - 7:55AM

United States

Trump targets Beyoncé in rant about endorsing Kamala Harris

Trump said singer got US$11 million to back Harris, announced investigation into ‘payments’ to stars Bruce Springsteen, Bono, Oprah.

20 May 2025 - 4:39AM

Fashion

Electric colour: neon makes a splash on runways and red carpets

Madonna’s style and Jane Fonda’s workout tapes made a splash with neon back in the 80s – now designers from Valentino to Tom Ford have brought the palette back in a big way.

12 May 2025 - 11:00PM

Beyoncé performed in neon at the Oscars in 2022, making her an early adopter, while Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya recently rocked the look on red carpets. Photo: AMPAS via Getty Images/TNS

Music

The 10 most lucrative concert tours of all time, from Taylor Swift to U2

Rock gods and pop icons alike are taking to the road on elaborate, years-long world tours that rake in the cash, with takings starting in the millions and now climbing into the billions of dollars

22 Apr 2025 - 11:24AM

Elton John, Taylor Swift and Harry Styles: on the road to staggering concert returns. Photos: TNS; @harrystyles/Instagram

Fashion

‘It’ bags then and now: the shows and celebs defining what’s hot

Following in the footsteps of Chanel, Balenciaga and Loewe, Singapore’s Aupen has achieved cult status, having been spotted in the company of Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Olivia Rodrigo and Beyoncé.

9 Mar 2025 - 5:00AM

Ariana Grande

Who is Ariana Grande impersonator Paige Niemann, who’s been heavily criticised?

Niemann found fame cosplaying as Grande’s Victorious character Cat Valentine and even walked as the singer at New York Fashion Week, but some felt her OnlyFans bio was intentionally ambiguous.

16 Feb 2025 - 4:00AM

Music

Beyoncé at last wins album of the year Grammy for Cowboy Carter

Singer had won 32 Grammys going into 2025 awards but never the biggest prize. Lamar the other big winner, along with Chappell Roan.

3 Feb 2025 - 2:38PM

Beyonce accepts the award for album of the year for Cowboy Carter at the 67th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. Daughter Blue Ivy Carter (right) looks on. Photo: AP

Music

How the Beatles are up for a Grammy with an AI-assisted release

AI was used to produce the new Beatles song Now and Then – although not as a creative tool, only to clean up the muddy original sound.

2 Feb 2025 - 4:15AMvideocam

Fame and celebrity

Meet Christopher Macchio, who sang the national anthem at Trump’s inauguration

Macchio first crossed paths with Trump nearly 10 years ago when he sang at a New Year’s Eve event at Mar-a-Lago; he has since performed at Trump rallies and two Republican National Conventions.

22 Jan 2025 - 6:00PM

NFL (National Football League)

Beyoncé’s show proves to be highlight of Netflix’s NFL on Christmas Day debut

The 32-time Grammy winner rocked her hometown crowd, but the on-field action featuring 4 of the AFC’s top 5 teams proved a disappointment.

26 Dec 2024 - 10:58AM

Beyoncé performs with her daughter Blue Ivy during the halftime show for the game between Baltimore and Houston on Christmas Day. Photo: AFP

Taylor Swift

Recap | Beyoncé and Taylor Swift make Grammy history; Kendrick Lamar, Charli XCX, Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter lead nominations

Beyoncé leads the 2025 Grammy nominations with 11 nods, setting a record, but faces tough competition from Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, and others. Discover the snubs and the surprises, which include The Beatles’ return. Plus, delve into the life of nominee Sabrina Carpenter, known for her controversial performances and music videos.

9 Nov 2024 - 6:00PM

Beyoncé leads the 2025 Grammy nominations with 11 nods for her country album ‘Cowboy Carter’, setting a joint record for most nominations. Photo: WireImage

Fame and celebrity

Recap | Beyonce, J.Lo back Harris; Mel Gibson, Mike Tyson stand with Trump in 2024 election

Which celebrities are endorsing Kamala Harris and who is for Donald Trump in the 2024 US presidential election? From Beyonce to Mel Gibson, the stars reveal their political preferences.

2 Nov 2024 - 3:41PM

US presidential election 2024

‘I’m here as a mother’: Beyoncé endorses Kamala Harris at Houston rally

The pop icon’s influence may boost Harris among black and younger voters, a segment deemed crucial in a close race against Trump.

26 Oct 2024 - 11:50AMvideocam

Fame and celebrity

Meet Luke Bryan’s wife and college sweetheart, Caroline Boyer

Luke Bryan is currently in headlines for his comments about Beyoncé and her Cowboy Carter album – but what do we know about the woman who’s supported him for almost 30 years, Caroline Boyer?

7 Oct 2024 - 7:00PM

Luke Bryan and Caroline Boyer have been through through thick and thin together. Photo: @linabryan3/Instagram

NFL Super Bowl

What was Usher like pre-fame? From babysitting Beyoncé to cribbing with Diddy

The singer, who has been in the biz for three decades and counting, is set to bring his A-game to the biggest gig of the year – but many are asking, how did Usher get to headline the Super Bowl?

10 Feb 2024 - 2:00PMvideocam

What was Usher like before he got famous? The ‘Yeah!’ singer – who’s set to perform at the NFL Super Bowl and just landed a Skims campaign with Kim K – knew Beyoncé before she got her big break too. Photo: AP

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to attract more top acts such as Taylor Swift, Beyoncé: tourism chief

Tourism chief Kevin Yeung says that he will talk to local concert organisers about bringing in more big names though who performs will ultimately depend on the market.

25 Jan 2024 - 2:02AM

Fame and celebrity

Its-a me, Mario! 5 of the worst celebrity voice acting performances ever

Even Matt Damon and Nicolas Cage don’t always nail animated voice-overs – but which celebrity’s vocals were so controversial that the film’s casting director even had to defend them?

9 Jan 2024 - 6:00PM

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Beyoncé

‘Iced out’ watches and bejewelled chains: 5 hip-hop stars with the priciest bling

A US$39 million stash takes the bling throne … but which rapper got a 10-carat diamond surgically embedded into his forehead?

Who is Olivia Burgess the dancer sparking dating rumours with Joshua Jackson?

5 exhibitions across the globe celebrating women who shaped art and culture

Meet Anna Wintour’s daughter, Bee Shaffer – who was just at the Met Gala

The daughter of the Vogue editor had acting dreams as a child, but ultimately became a producer – and calls her mother ‘the most generous person’.

Met Gala 2026: What did the stars wear to fashion’s biggest night?

The theme this year was Fashion is Art, and stars did not disappoint – Kylie Jenner wore Schiaparelli, and Blackpink’s Rosé stunned in Saint Laurent.

Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams among Met Gala 2026 co-chairs

Zoe Kravitz and Anthony Vaccarello, meanwhile, chair a ‘host committee’, as the dress code – ‘Fashion is Art’ – is also announced.

How to Style like … Hollywood’s best hairstylists and make-up artists

These hairstylists and make-up artists to the stars work with the likes of the Kardashians, Hailey Bieber, Beyoncé and J.Lo.

Meet Dr Steven Levine, the plastic surgeon behind Kris Jenner’s viral facelift

The Kardashian-Jenner matriarch looked radiant at her 70th birthday bash – but what is this ‘secret password’ she has with her plastic surgeon?

Style according to … fashion designer to the stars, Tamara Ralph

The London-based, Sydney-born designer has worked with the likes of Beyoncé, Angelina Jolie, Amal Clooney and Gemma Chan.

Love, health and travel predictions in September 2025, Wood Rooster month

It’s the Dragon’s luckiest month of the year, but those born in the Year of the Pig or Goat may need to watch out.

Meet the planners behind Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s Venice wedding

Founded by Italian aristocrats, the events and travel company describes itself as ‘responsible for masterminding the world’s most exclusive, private and spectacular parties’.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Mouthing Off | Why do people obsess over what celebrities like Beyoncé and Dua Lipa eat?

From carbs to weight-loss diets to Diet Coke with jalapeño sauce, celebrity food and wellness trends are everywhere, but what do they know?

Trump targets Beyoncé in rant about endorsing Kamala Harris

Trump said singer got US$11 million to back Harris, announced investigation into ‘payments’ to stars Bruce Springsteen, Bono, Oprah.

Electric colour: neon makes a splash on runways and red carpets

Madonna’s style and Jane Fonda’s workout tapes made a splash with neon back in the 80s – now designers from Valentino to Tom Ford have brought the palette back in a big way.

The 10 most lucrative concert tours of all time, from Taylor Swift to U2

Rock gods and pop icons alike are taking to the road on elaborate, years-long world tours that rake in the cash, with takings starting in the millions and now climbing into the billions of dollars

‘It’ bags then and now: the shows and celebs defining what’s hot

Following in the footsteps of Chanel, Balenciaga and Loewe, Singapore’s Aupen has achieved cult status, having been spotted in the company of Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Olivia Rodrigo and Beyoncé.

Who is Ariana Grande impersonator Paige Niemann, who’s been heavily criticised?

Niemann found fame cosplaying as Grande’s Victorious character Cat Valentine and even walked as the singer at New York Fashion Week, but some felt her OnlyFans bio was intentionally ambiguous.

Beyoncé at last wins album of the year Grammy for Cowboy Carter

Singer had won 32 Grammys going into 2025 awards but never the biggest prize. Lamar the other big winner, along with Chappell Roan.

How the Beatles are up for a Grammy with an AI-assisted release

AI was used to produce the new Beatles song Now and Then – although not as a creative tool, only to clean up the muddy original sound.

Meet Christopher Macchio, who sang the national anthem at Trump’s inauguration

Macchio first crossed paths with Trump nearly 10 years ago when he sang at a New Year’s Eve event at Mar-a-Lago; he has since performed at Trump rallies and two Republican National Conventions.

Beyoncé’s show proves to be highlight of Netflix’s NFL on Christmas Day debut

The 32-time Grammy winner rocked her hometown crowd, but the on-field action featuring 4 of the AFC’s top 5 teams proved a disappointment.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Recap | Beyoncé and Taylor Swift make Grammy history; Kendrick Lamar, Charli XCX, Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter lead nominations

Recap | Beyonce, J.Lo back Harris; Mel Gibson, Mike Tyson stand with Trump in 2024 election

Which celebrities are endorsing Kamala Harris and who is for Donald Trump in the 2024 US presidential election? From Beyonce to Mel Gibson, the stars reveal their political preferences.

‘I’m here as a mother’: Beyoncé endorses Kamala Harris at Houston rally

The pop icon’s influence may boost Harris among black and younger voters, a segment deemed crucial in a close race against Trump.

Meet Luke Bryan’s wife and college sweetheart, Caroline Boyer

Luke Bryan is currently in headlines for his comments about Beyoncé and her Cowboy Carter album – but what do we know about the woman who’s supported him for almost 30 years, Caroline Boyer?

What was Usher like pre-fame? From babysitting Beyoncé to cribbing with Diddy

The singer, who has been in the biz for three decades and counting, is set to bring his A-game to the biggest gig of the year – but many are asking, how did Usher get to headline the Super Bowl?

Hong Kong to attract more top acts such as Taylor Swift, Beyoncé: tourism chief

Tourism chief Kevin Yeung says that he will talk to local concert organisers about bringing in more big names though who performs will ultimately depend on the market.

Its-a me, Mario! 5 of the worst celebrity voice acting performances ever

Even Matt Damon and Nicolas Cage don’t always nail animated voice-overs – but which celebrity’s vocals were so controversial that the film’s casting director even had to defend them?

Mouthing Off | Why do people obsess over what celebrities like Beyoncé and Dua Lipa eat?

Recap | Beyoncé and Taylor Swift make Grammy history; Kendrick Lamar, Charli XCX, Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter lead nominations