Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour was elevated to an emotional crescendo when music legend Diana Ross made a surprise appearance on stage, leaving the former Destiny’s Child singer visibly moved. The heartwarming moment occurred at SoFi Stadium as the iconic Diana Ross led the audience in a collective rendition of “Happy Birthday.”
As Diana Ross made her grand entrance, she and Beyoncé shared a touching embrace. The 79-year-old legend then invited the crowd to join her in celebrating Beyoncé’s 42nd birthday. With the stadium illuminated by countless raised flashlights, Ross asked, “Are you ready?” The entire venue erupted into a harmonious rendition of “Happy Birthday.”
Once the song concluded, Beyoncé and Ross shared another heartfelt embrace. Beyoncé, her eyes glistening with gratitude, paid a touching tribute to the ex-Supremes performer, saying, “Thank you so much; you are incredible. This is the legendary Diana Ross. Thank you for your unwavering dedication, your timeless beauty, and your enduring grace. Most importantly, thank you for paving the way for artists like me.”
Beyoncé’s Monday evening show in Los Angeles attracted a star-studded audience, with the likes of Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Timothée Chalamet, Jeff Bezos, and the beloved celebrity couple Tom Holland and Zendaya. The latter pair even delighted fans by participating in the viral “Mute” challenge during Beyoncé’s performance of the 2022 hit “Energy.”