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  • These 2 singers went home

    These 2 singers went home

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    “American Idol” has narrowed the competition down to just five competitors.

    Since it’s been too long (a month) since the ABC show repeatedly hit viewers over the head with Disney brand cross-promotion, “Idol” brought back the apparent fan-favorite Disney Night. And this year’s edition comes with an extra dose of the House of Mouse, as it spans two episodes.

    In the first half of May 11’s Episode 16, Lin-Manuel Miranda helped the Top 7 contestants strike the right chord with beloved songs from the Disney and Pixar film archive. Then an “Alice in Wonderland” outfit-wearing Carrie Underwood realized she would be struggling to contain her emotions for the second half, when the aspiring stars took the stage with their Mother’s Day tributes.

    Sweet moments such as Breanna Nix trembling and pushing herself to finish Lauren Alaina’s “Like My Mother Does” and Thunderstorm Artis serenading his wife Faith with an original song inspired by her gave way to a serious moment when the fan vote for the Top 5 sent two contestants packing.

    Read on for what happened in Episode 16.

    What happened last episode? Judges save a contestant and send another home for the Top 7

    Ryan Seacrest has ‘never been more depressed to be single’

    Thunderstorm sang to Faith in the crowd as she stood beside their older son and cradled their younger son who was strapped to her chest. As he crooned about her green eyes and their serendipitous meeting “Out of The Blue” (the song’s title, of course), she appeared to tear up.

    Faith wasn’t the only one in her feelings about his song.

    “I’ve never been more depressed to be single than in this moment,” host Ryan Seacrest deadpanned after reciting some of Thunderstorm’s lyrics.

    Who was sent home on ‘American Idol?’

    After a long journey on the “Idol” circuit, the show lost its youngest competitor, Mattie Pruitt, and Baltimore’s Gabby Samone.

    Who is in the ‘American Idol’ Top 5?

    • Slater Nalley
    • Breanna Nix
    • John Foster
    • Jamal Roberts
    • Thunderstorm Artis

  • See photos of Sabrina Carpenter through the yearsMusic

    See photos of Sabrina Carpenter through the yearsMusic

    See photos of Sabrina Carpenter through the yearsMusic

  • 'Operation Mincemeat' cast serenaded by Broadway fans after first showMusic

    'Operation Mincemeat' cast serenaded by Broadway fans after first showMusic

    ‘Operation Mincemeat’ cast serenaded by Broadway fans after first showMusic

  • Amber Heard, Gisele Bundchen, more stars celebrate

    Amber Heard, Gisele Bundchen, more stars celebrate

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    Amber Heard is feeling triple the love this Mother’s Day.

    The actress and former spouse of movie star Johnny Depp revealed in a May 11 Instagram post that she welcomed fraternal twins: a girl, Agnes, and a boy, Ocean. Heard’s first child, 4-year-old Oonagh Paige Heard, was born in April 2021.

    The post featured an adorable close-up shot of her children’s feet as they sat side by side. “Mother’s Day 2025 will be one I’ll never forget,” she wrote. “This year I am elated beyond words to celebrate the completion of the family I’ve strived to build for years.”

    Heard added that her single parenthood journey, coupled with her “fertility challenges,” has been “the most humbling experience of my life.”

    “I am eternally grateful that I was able to choose this responsibly and thoughtfully,” Heard wrote. “To all the moms, wherever you are today and however you got here, my dream family and I are celebrating with you.”

    Here’s how other stars are celebrating the mamas in their lives.

    Amber Heard welcomes twins, talks ‘becoming a mother by myself’

    Gisele Bündchen shares first photo of child with Joaquim Valente

    Gisele Bündchen is making her bundle of joy Instagram official.

    The Brazilian model, who recently welcomed her first child — and third overall — with boyfriend Joaquim Valente, shared a photo of herself and the newborn on social media. The baby, whose name was not disclosed, was seen wearing an adorable onesie that read, “I ❤️ Mom.”

    “Sometimes, the most beautiful moments aren’t shared — they’re simply lived,” Bündchen wrote. “Being a mother, it’s been my greatest gift: a journey that humbles me, teaches me, and fills me with gratitude every single day. To all the mothers out there, your love shapes the world in ways words can’t describe.”

    Duchess Meghan dubs herself ‘mama mountain’ in adorable snap

    Motherhood is a balancing act, but Duchess Meghan is embracing the challenge.

    The Duchess of Sussex shared another candid photo with her children, son Prince Archie and daughter Princess Lilibet, on social media for the holiday. Meghan dedicated the post, which featured an affectionate snap of her cradling the young royals, to all the mothers “juggling it all with joy!”

    “These two gems — who still attempt to climb ‘mama mountain,’ smother me with kisses, and make every day the most memorable adventure….being your mom is the greatest privilege of my life ❤️,” Meghan wrote. “I, too, ‘love you more than all the stars in all the sky, all the raindrops, and all the salt on all the french fries in all the world.’”

    Billy Ray Cyrus praises ex Tish Cyrus after Miley Cyrus reunion

    Billy Ray Cyrus is extending an olive branch this Mother’s Day.

    The country singer and father of pop star Miley Cyrus took to Instagram to give a shoutout to both his daughter and ex-wife Tish Cyrus, whom he divorced in 2022. This comes after Cyrus reunited with Miley for his son Braison’s 31st birthday amid rumors of a family rift.

    “I’m so proud of Miley and her guts and her courage… her wisdom and strength to bring it when our family needed it most,” Cyrus wrote. “We are so close to a full healing. We have all been through a lot.”

    Billy Ray Cyrus: Singer reunites with daughter Miley Cyrus

    Meanwhile, the “Achy Breaky Heart” singer praised Tish Cyrus as “the very definition of a strong mother.”

    “Being married to me was not easy. I’m very good at making mistakes,” Cyrus added. “A very imperfect man. But thank goodness…somewhere along the line my Mama also taught me ‘life is a series of adjustments.’ Ha ha! Yep. Being honest here.”

    Keke Palmer pays tribute to family matriarchy

    Keke Palmer comes from a long line of fierce mamas.

    The actress, who shares 2-year-old son Leodis with ex-boyfriend Darius Jackson, paid tribute to the mothers in her family in a heartfelt Instagram post. Palmer teased grandmother Birdetta’s sharp “Sagittarius” wit and praised the resilience of her other grandma, Mildred Davis, who once “broke her back in a car wreck and walked herself to the hospital.”

    “Even still these women found a way to love on their children,” Palmer wrote alongside a throwback family photo. “These are the women I come from. God bless them and rest their souls.”

    Kris Jenner praises ‘best mommy’ Kylie Jenner

    Kylie Jenner takes after “momager” Kris Jenner in the mothering department.

    Kylie paid tribute to her children, daughter Stormi and son Aire, in a sweet series of photos on Instagram. “a mother 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍,” she wrote.

    Kylie’s mother Kris quickly took to the comments section to heap praise on her youngest daughter, calling her the “best mommy in all the land!!!”

    “I’m so proud of you and all the love you pour into your beautiful children,” Kris added. “They are so blessed to have you as their mommy 💕💕💕🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼”

    Celebrating the holiday in her own Instagram post, Kris praised her other daughters Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian and Kourtney Kardashian and gushed that “motherhood is the heart of our family.”

    “To my daughters Kourtney, Kim, Khloé and Kylie, getting to experience each of you become mothers has been one of my life’s biggest blessings,” Kris wrote. “I am endlessly proud of the way you love your babies and how each of you nurture, teach, protect, and give them the most incredible childhoods.”

    “Being a mother to all of my kids has been the greatest privilege,” she continued. “It’s the role that has defined my life, shaped my heart, and given me more joy than I ever thought possible. I carry each of you with me every single day, and the bond we share as a family is my everything.”

    Hailey Bieber celebrates first Mother’s Day

    The greatest gift of all? Hailey Bieber has the mother-in-law stamp of approval.

    The model and beauty mogul, who shares 9-month-old son Jack with husband Justin Bieber, celebrated her first Mother’s Day by sharing several candid photos from her motherhood journey on Instagram. “I love being your mommy Jack Blues. Happy Mother’s Day 🤍,” she wrote.

    Jack’s grandma and Justin’s mother, Pattie Mallette, praised her daughter-in-law’s motherhood in the comments section. “Happy Mother’s Day Hailey!! You’re an amazing mom. So grateful for you. Love you 🥰,” she wrote.

    (This story has been updated to add new information.)

    Contributing: Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY

  • Walton Goggins ‘SNL’ monologue discusses being ‘sex symbol at 53’

    Walton Goggins ‘SNL’ monologue discusses being ‘sex symbol at 53’

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    Walton Goggins feels great about becoming a “sex symbol” in his 50s, but less great about some of the headlines around the subject.

    In his “Saturday Night Live” monologue on May 10, the actor noted that “the internet seemed to find” his “brooding” character on “The White Lotus” attractive. Goggins played Rick, a man seeking to avenge his father’s death, in the HBO anthology’s latest season.

    “Some of my friends have even asked me, ‘Walton, what’s it like to become a sex symbol at 53 years old?’ ” Goggins said. “And you know what? If I’m being honest, it feels fantastic! At least, it did until I Googled myself and read some of the headlines.”

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    The “Justified” actor proceeded to show a series of headlines from news reports about himself, one of which said that “White Lotus” fans were attracted to his “receding hairline.” Goggins fired back, “I’ve had the same hairline since I was 7! It’s not receding. It’s holding its ground.”

    “His Hair Is Greasy. His Eyes Are Bulging. I Think I’m in Love,” read another headline, referring to Goggins. He jokingly applauded the “beautiful journalism” on display before showing a third headline: “Hollywood’s Newest Heartthrob Is a Greasy, Depressing Little Man Whom No One Saw Coming.” The actor quipped, “For some reason, the part of that headline that offends me the most is the word ‘whom.’ It just sounds pretentious.”

    Because the episode aired on the eve of Mother’s Day, Goggins devoted the rest of his monologue to his mother, who was seated in the audience. He described her as the “most important person in my life” and recalled that “growing up, whenever my momma couldn’t afford a babysitter, she would take me with her to honky-tonks.”

    Goggins then invited his mom up on stage, where the two shared a clog dance.

    Cecily Strong returns on ‘SNL’: She played Jeanine Pirro to Colin Jost’s Pete Hegseth

    Goggins starred in a variety of sketches throughout the episode, including one that saw him play a server who flirts with moms (played by Sarah Sherman and Heidi Gardner) during Mother’s Day brunch. Their sons (Mikey Day and Andrew Dismukes) become increasingly uncomfortable as Goggins’ character speaks suggestively and unbuttons nearly his entire shirt.

    ‘White Lotus’: Walton Goggins was ‘as lost as Rick’ in Thailand after wife’s death

    Goggins hosted “SNL” a few weeks after after his “White Lotus” co-star, Aimee Lou Wood, called out the show for making fun of her teeth in a sketch spoofing the HBO series. The actress previously told Entertainment Tonight she wouldn’t join Goggins on “SNL” but added, “I loved working with Walton. It was the best thing ever.”

  • ‘Aquaman’ star is now a mother of 3

    ‘Aquaman’ star is now a mother of 3

    Surprise! Amber Heard is celebrating a joyous Mother’s Day as a mom of three.

    The “Aquaman” star, 39, revealed in an Instagram post on May 11 that she has welcomed twins: a girl, Agnes, and a boy, Ocean.

    Heard’s first child, 4-year-old Oonagh Paige Heard, was born in April 2021.

    “Mother’s Day 2025 will be one I’ll never forget,” she wrote on Instagram. “This year I am elated beyond words to celebrate the completion of the family I’ve strived to build for years.”

    Heard went on to say her “world changed forever” when she welcomed her first child, and she thought she “couldn’t possibly burst with more joy,” but “now I am bursting times three!!!”

    Amber Heard ‘delighted’: She’s expecting her second child

    “Becoming a mother by myself and on my own terms despite my own fertility challenges has been the most humbling experience of my life,” Heard wrote.

    “I am eternally grateful that I was able to choose this responsibly and thoughtfully. To all the moms, wherever you are today and however you got here, my dream family and I are celebrating with you.”

    Heard was previously married to Johnny Depp from 2015 to 2017. In 2022, the two accused each other of domestic abuse in a high-profile court case. Depp had sued Heard for defamation over an op-ed in The Washington Post where she described herself as a “public figure representing domestic abuse,” but did not mention Depp’s name.

    Depp won the suit and was awarded $10 million in damages, while Heard received $2 million as part of a countersuit. The former couple later reached a settlement.

    Amber Heard makes ‘difficult decision’: Actress settles Johnny Depp defamation case

    After revealing the arrival of her daughter Oonagh in 2021, the “Rum Diary” actress shared on Instagram that she “decided I wanted to have a child” four years earlier but that she “wanted to do it on my own terms.”

    At the time, she reflected that it is “radical” for women to “think about one of the most fundamental parts of our destinies in this way,” but she hopes “we arrive at a point in which it’s normalized to not want a ring in order to have a crib.”

    Heard also described her first child as the “beginning of the rest of my life.”

  • Jon M. Chu, Laufey celebrate AAPI community amid DEI attacks

    Jon M. Chu, Laufey celebrate AAPI community amid DEI attacks

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    LOS ANGELES − In the midst of the White House’s unrelenting offensive against diversity initiatives, Hollywood gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of the Asian diaspora in entertainment, entrepreneurship and sports.

    At Gold House’s May 10 Gold Gala, where a who’s who of Asians gathers each year for a glitzy evening of recognizing “cross-industry excellence,” film and TV A-listers reveled in a sense of community among a guest list of hundreds of people representing South, Southeast and East Asians, as well as Pacific Islanders and beyond.

    “Joy is the only thing that can destroy hate,” director Jon M. Chu (“Wicked,” “Crazy Rich Asians”) told USA TODAY on the gold carpet. “If we’re DEI, we are ‘Damn Excellent Imaginations’ out there.

    “Asians don’t just have a place at the table. They have taken over media, taken over food, TV, music, you name it. We’re in everything. That’s not some DEI thing – that’s because our place is here, and it’s exciting.”

    ‘DEI until I D-I-E’

    “Deli Boys” and “Never Have I Ever” star Poorna Jagannathan was less sparing with her words when it came to diversity, equity and inclusion becoming a maligned shorthand for initiatives seen as the antithesis to merit-based inclusion.

    “I’m DEI until I D-I-E. I mean, what are you going to do? It is just who I am,” Jagannathan said.

    Nisha Ganatra, director of Disney’s upcoming sequel “Freakier Friday,” similarly shrugged off any challenges to telling stories from diverse backgrounds.

    “The Indian film industry is bigger than Hollywood; the Asian film industry is older than Hollywood,” she said. “I love Hollywood, I’m a part of Hollywood. But … the creative forces are always like, ‘Whatever. Call it DEI, don’t call it DEI.’ We know what we’re doing, and we know the importance of our work and we need to keep doing it.”

    ‘A system of merit’: Trump White House vows to kill DEI

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    The cast of Deli Boys show up to the Gold Gala wearing ceasefire pins

    The stars of Deli Boys, Saagar Shaikh, Poorna Jagannathan and Asif Ali, discuss their ceasefire pins at the Gold Gala in Los Angeles.

    Community makes Laufey ‘feel quite whole’

    The night’s honorees, who were part of Gold House’s annual A100 list of “the 100 most impactful Asian Pacific leaders in culture and society over the past year,” took the opportunity to bask in feeling “starstruck,” as Chu described it, by those around them.

    Daniel Dae Kim, hot off his Time100 recognition, said: “Here, I just feel like I’m part of the community. I’m proud to be here among an incredible group of people.”

    Grammy-winning jazz pop vocalist Laufey reflected on feeling at home among those gathered at the gala.

    “I grew up in Iceland (and) I was never white enough for them. And in China, I was obviously not Asian enough. Not in a bad way, but I was just very clearly a foreigner. I’ve always been a foreigner everywhere,” she said.

    On this night, “I really feel quite whole. Not like I’m reaching to be full of anything – I just feel like me, which is very special.”

    Megan Thee Stallion vows to ‘build cultural bridges’

    Laufey’s community of the evening consisted of those who were also seated in the front rows of banquet tables: Ang Lee, Mindy Kaling, Megan Thee Stallion, Ming-Na Wen, Sandra Oh, Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, along with decorated Olympians Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles and Chloe Kim.

    After Laufey treated the crowd to a performance of “Silver Lining,” and accepted her honoree trophy, Megan Thee Stallion took the stage for her moment of recognition.

    Though she’s not of Asian descent, she has collaborated with K-pop stars and is such an ardent fan of anime that she’s woven her favorite series into her music. (“I just finished ‘Solo Leveling,’ ” she giddily reported to the crowd.)

    “As a Black woman, I know how important it is to feel seen, heard and respected. And I promise to continue to do my part in advocating for our Asian Pacific brothers and sisters,” the “Savage” rapper said. “Let’s continue to build cultural bridges and shine together.”

  • Camryn Kinsey shares update after fainting on Fox News

    Camryn Kinsey shares update after fainting on Fox News

    Fox News guest Camryn Kinsey is sharing an update after a scary on-air incident.

    Kinsey, a political commentator who fainted live on the network during a May 8 appearance on “Fox News @ Night,” told the New York Post she is scheduled to return to Fox News this week. She explained the “shocking” health scare was likely the result of “severe” dehydration.

    “I’m grateful my shoulder actually broke the fall, so there’s no concussion or bruising,” she said. “It was hard to hear my family so concerned, and I can only imagine what that looks like in real time − for my family and my friends and everyone watching.”

    Kinsey, 24, also told the New York Post that the incident was “very scary,” but she “felt worse for the audience and the Fox News crew that was helping me than I did myself.”

    In a previous post on X the day after she fainted, Kinsey, former external relations director in the White House presidential personnel office under President Donald Trump, said she was “doing well.” She thanked the “incredible Fox News team and the EMTs who responded with such speed and care” during the “unexpected and frightening moment.”

    Camryn Kinsey faints live on air: The Fox News guest commentator suffered a health scare on May 8

    “To everyone who has called, texted, prayed, or checked in, thank you from the bottom of my heart,” she said. “Your support has meant the world. I’m taking it slow, staying hydrated, letting my body rest, and thanking the Lord that everything is okay. It may not have been how I planned to end the segment, but I’ll be back on your TV soon. Hopefully long enough to finally finish my point about Kamala!”

    USA TODAY has reached out to Fox News for an update.

    During the segment, Kinsey fainted while she was addressing comments by former President Joe Biden about why former Vice President Kamala Harris lost the 2024 presidential election. After Kinsey fell out of her chair, host Jonathan Hunt told viewers that “we’re just going to get some help here for Camryn” and went to a commercial break.

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    After the break, Hunt shared an update that Kinsey was “up and moving,” adding, “We have paramedics checking her. We will keep you updated. We wish her all the best.”

    In a previous statement shared with USA TODAY, a Fox News spokesperson said, “After ‘Fox News @ Night’ guest Camryn Kinsey fainted during a live on-air appearance last night in our Los Angeles bureau, paramedics were called and she was treated and cleared. We are happy to hear she is now feeling much better and wish her a speedy recovery.”

    On her X account, Kinsey has already made light of the moment by turning it into a meme. She shared photos of herself fainting on the air along with the caption, “Kamala when it’s time to visit the border.”

    Contributing: Anna Kaufman

  • Cecily Strong returns as Jeanine Pirro

    Cecily Strong returns as Jeanine Pirro

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    Cecily Strong is back as Jeanine Pirro on “Saturday Night Live”!

    The former “SNL” cast member, who left the show in 2022, returned on the May 10 episode to reprise one of her most beloved roles. In the cold open, President Donald Trump (played by James Austin Johnson) announced that he has named “one of the loudest people I know,” Pirro, as interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C.

    “I’m so proud to be part of this group full of Russian assets, booze hounds and people famous for the little baby animals they’ve killed,” said Strong’s Pirro, referring to the Trump administration, while holding a glass of wine.

    Johnson’s Trump proclaimed the former Fox News host “has the most important quality I look for in a lawyer: She’s on TV.”

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    Pirro and Trump were soon joined by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, played by “Weekend Update” anchor Colin Jost. Jost’s Hegseth noted he has promised to never have a bottle of alcohol touch his lips, but he gave Pirro one so she would do a spit take after hearing surprising news. “I accidentally added (North Korean leader) Kim Jong Un to the group chat,” he said, leading Strong to spit a drink directly into Jost’s mouth.

    The cold open started off with a Mother’s Day theme with members of the cast taking to the stage with their moms, as they have done in past years. But this time, they were interrupted by Johnson’s Trump, who walked in to declare he is “invading all aspects of your life.”

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    Before introducing Pirro, Trump riffed on the election of Pope Leo XIV and, in a meta moment, criticized the show for not making that the theme of the cold open. “There’s a new pope from Chicago. Why aren’t we doing ‘da Pope’ or something?” he asked. “Like ‘da Bears’ but ‘da prayers,’ you know what I mean?”

    Walton Goggins dances with his mom in Mother’s Day monologue

    In honor of Mother’s Day, host Walton Goggins paid tribute to his mom during his “SNL” monologue.

    After joking about becoming a sex symbol at age 53, the “White Lotus” star got sincere to reflect on his upbringing and note that his mother, who raised him with her sisters and his grandmother, is “the most important person in my life.”

    “Growing up, whenever my momma couldn’t afford a babysitter, she would take me with her to honky-tonks,” Goggins said. So the actor invited his mother, who was seated in the audience, to come up and join him for a dance.

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    ‘Weekend Update’ anchor Colin Jost mocks complaints new pope is ‘too woke’

    The “SNL” cold open may not have been about the election of Pope Leo, the first American pope, but the news kicked off “Weekend Update.”

    Anchor Colin Jost joked that “as an American Catholic, I could not be more proud, which is a sin and now I’m ashamed.” He also quipped, “This pick was actually a welcome surprise for me because when I heard the pope was a super-religious guy from Chicago in a funny robe, I was worried it was Kanye.”

    Jost went on to mock complaints “that this pope is too woke”: “How woke can a 69-year-old man from Chicago be? It’s not like he came out and was like, ‘Hey, I’m Pope Leo XIV, he/him.’”

    “The reality is there are no woke Catholics,” Jost added. “If you’re a woke Catholic, you’re just not Catholic anymore.”

    Colin Jost cracks brutal Harry and Meghan joke on ‘SNL’

    “Weekend Update” also included a dig at Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan.

    While discussing Trump’s trade deal with the United Kingdom, Jost said the agreement will “reopen British markets for American companies.” A photo of Harry and Meghan appeared on screen as he quipped, “All that Britain demands in return is that we keep these two.”

    “SNL” will return for its Season 50 finale on May 17, hosted by Jost’s wife, Scarlett Johansson, with musical guest Bad Bunny.

    This story has been updated to include additional information.

  • Beyoncé shows Los Angeles fans love, gears up for Chicago tour stop

    Beyoncé shows Los Angeles fans love, gears up for Chicago tour stop

    Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is closing out her Los Angeles leg with love and gratitude as she gears up for the next stop on her “Cowboy Carter” tour.

    The Grammy-winning singer posted to her Instagram Saturday evening, sharing a video from her first set of shows on her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin Circuit Tour. The post came one day after Beyoncé’s fifth and final concert in Los Angeles. She first debuted the highly anticipated show at SoFi Stadium on April 28 with 39 songs on the set list. She performed a total of five show with each taking place on April 28, May 1, May 4, May 7 and May 9.

    In the post she wrote, “Bang Bang Thank you LA!” And she shared a montage of clips from the epic performances, which proved to be a groundbreaking spectacle of fashion, different music genres and most notably country music and politics.

    Fans were quick to jump in the comments and express their gratitude and admiration for the show, as others looked forward to the remaining tour stops.

    One fan wrote, “This is the one! You managed to top yourself again! You are such an inspiration! Keep going!” Another commented, “Opening night was so much fun. See you again on the final night in ATL.”

    As fans know, Beyoncé first released the 27-track project in March 2024. It has since made history and broken multiple records. As Beyoncé’s first country album, she deliberately featured country legends and emerging Black country artists alike. She became the first Black woman to win best country album at the 2025 Grammys and also took home album of the year.

    The nine-city tour will span the U.S. and Europe with the grand finale taking place in Las Vegas on July 26. Beyoncé has already made history with her scheduled tour dates, including by playing the most dates at SoFi Stadium of any artist. Her next stop will be in Chicago on May 15. She is set to perform three shows there.

    Follow Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network’s Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @cachemcclay.