Beyoncé’s highly anticipated “Cowboy Carter Tour” launched with an unforgettable performance at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium on Monday, April 28. The Grammy-winning artist gave fans a treat not only with her powerhouse stage presence but also by bringing her three children—Blue Ivy, Rumi, and Sir Carter—onstage during the opening night.

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter Tour’ Features Rare Family Moments

The “Cowboy Carter Tour” is officially in full swing, and the opening night marked a significant milestone with the inclusion of all three of Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s children in the show. The 43-year-old icon debuted her eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, which marks her first official foray into country music, in grand style.

Opening the performance with “American Requiem,” the lead track from Cowboy Carter, Beyoncé kept the crowd engaged for almost three hours, performing 35 songs in total. As her fans in Los Angeles roared with excitement, Beyoncé’s children made special appearances throughout the evening, creating emotional and rare family moments.

Blue Ivy and Rumi’s Show-Stopping Appearances

Blue Ivy, Beyoncé’s 13-year-old daughter, continued her role as part of her mother’s backup dancers, performing synchronized routines and costume changes alongside Beyoncé. However, the night truly belonged to Rumi, Beyoncé’s 7-year-old daughter, who made her tour stage debut during the performance of “Protector,” a track from Cowboy Carter that features Rumi’s vocals.

As Rumi joined her mother on stage, the crowd went wild. The young star beamed with excitement, waving at the audience and sharing a heartwarming hug with her mom. The performance was followed by a stunning photo moment, with Beyoncé, Blue Ivy, Rumi, and their dancers striking a pose together onstage. The night was further highlighted by a video montage showcasing rare behind-the-scenes footage, including a glimpse of Sir, Rumi’s twin brother.

Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter Tour’ Takes Flight with Global Stops

The “Cowboy Carter Tour” will continue with several more performances at SoFi Stadium before Beyoncé heads to international cities like Chicago, New Jersey, London, Paris, Houston, Washington D.C., Atlanta, and Las Vegas. The tour comes on the heels of the release of Cowboy Carter, which won three Grammy Awards, including Best Country Album, Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II Most Wanted” with Miley Cyrus, and the coveted Album of the Year Grammy—Beyoncé’s first-ever win in this category.

In an emotional moment during her Grammy acceptance speech, Beyoncé expressed gratitude for the win. “I just feel very full and very honored. It’s been many, many years. Just want to thank the Grammys, every songwriter, every collaborator, every producer, all of the hard work,” she shared with the audience.

Tour’s Companion Book and Viral Birth Certificate

Along with the tour’s launch, Beyoncé’s companion book for Cowboy Carter gained attention when it included a copy of her birth certificate, adding another layer of intrigue to the already buzz-worthy tour.