“Waiting for the fake bots to come”— Beyoncé’s mom Tina Knowles slams critics over singer’s NFL halftime show 

Tina Knowles, Beyoncé's mother, has stepped into the spotlight to defend her daughter following a halftime performance on Christmas Day. Taking to Instagram, Knowles addressed critics with a post, writing:

"One, two, three, waiting for the fake bots to come."

The show, held at NRG Stadium during the Houston Texans-Baltimore Ravens game, sparked both awe and controversy, igniting heated online debates.

On December 27, Tina Knowles addressed the backlash surrounding Beyoncé's 12-minute performance. Reposting a fan's comment on Instagram, she highlighted the resilience needed to face constant criticism. The post read:

"No matter how undeniably talented you are, people will always, ALWAYS, always have some negative ish to say."

Tina Knowles added her own thoughts, stating:

"It is mind-boggling to me that you would take your precious Christmas day and watch a performance of someone you hate and you don't think has talent so that you can go talk ish about it later."

She accused critics of being secretly obsessed, writing:

"Obviously, you are so obsessed with them, addicted to them, and secretly admire them, wish you could be them, that you cannot help but to watch and critique and comment and say dumb ridiculous stuff that makes you look like a joke!"

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Tina Knowles defends Beyoncé and celebrates the "Beyoncé Bowl" halftime show

Tina Knowles offered cheeky advice for detractors, suggesting they "watch goofy cartoons or Bozo the clown" during halftime instead. She also quoted scripture, saying, "No weapon formed against me shall prosper."

Furthermore, Tina Knowles celebrated the positive reception Beyoncé's performance received. She reposted comments from notable figures like rapper Bun B, who praised Beyoncé's artistry:

"She's probably the single most intentional performer, musician, and entertainer in our culture. Beyoncé knows exactly who she is, and she understands that when she does something, things change."

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More about Beyoncé's NFL halftime performance

Beyoncé, clad in a white-feathered gown, cowboy hat, and a red, white, and blue "Cowboy Carter" sash, captivated the audience. The performance featured tracks from her latest album, Cowboy Carter, a country-infused project that topped the Billboard 200 for two weeks.

Beyoncé collaborated with artists like Shaboozey, Post Malone, Tanner Adell, and Brittney Spencer on hits such as 16 Carriages, Levii's Jeans, and Jolene. A highlight of the evening was her duet with her 12-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, performing the song Texas Hold 'Em.

Netflix announced that the 12-minute show is now streaming under the title "Beyoncé Bowl." Meanwhile, the singer fueled further excitement by teasing a new project set for release in 2025.

In a cryptic social media post, Beyoncé shared a video of herself riding a white horse while waving an American flag. The teaser ended with the date "1.14.25," hinting at something monumental to come.

In addition to the 2025 project teaser, Beyoncé is rumored to be working on a follow-up to her Renaissance album. Furthermore, fans are anticipating potential live performances or events tied to Cowboy Carter, as the album's unique blend of country and pop has resonated widely.