Beyonce reportedly set to perform at Vice President Kamala Harris rally in Houston, Texas

Max Corstorphan
The Nightly
Beyonce is expected to announce a run of shows in London next year. (AP PHOTO)
Beyonce is expected to announce a run of shows in London next year. (AP PHOTO) Credit: AAP

After weeks of speculation, music superstar Beyonce is set to finally appear alongside Vice President and Democratic Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris.

Rumours began swirling shortly after Ms Harris was elevated to the top of the Democrat ticket when US President Joe Biden confirmed he would not seek re-election.

First, Ms Harris used Beyonce’s track Freedom in campaign videos, then the track started being used at rallies.

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A false rumour circulated in August stating the singer was preparing to perform at the Democratic National Convention in Illinois, Chicago, sending fans into a frenzy.

Now, an anonymous source has confirmed Beyonce will perform on Friday in Houston Texas, The Washington Post reports.

The report suggests Beyonce will appear at the rally alongside her mother, Tina Knowles and singer Willie Nelson.

Before appearing in Houston, Ms Harris will appear in the battleground state of Georgia for a star-studded rally featuring rock legend Bruce Springsteen, entertainer Tyler Perry and former President Barack Obama.

It will mark the first time Ms Harris and Mr Obama will campaign together.

Ms Harris is also slated to appear with former First Lady Michelle Obama on Saturday in Michigan, one of seven swing states expected to decide the winner on poll day.

A Beyonce performance would serve as a major win for Ms Harris who is struggling to secure a much-needed swing to win the US election.

Ms Harris has already received endorsements from some of the biggest names in the entertainment world including Oprah Winfrey, Meryl Streep and even Taylor Swift.

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris (L) joins US television producer Oprah Winfrey at a 'Unite for America' live streaming rally in Farmington Hills, Michigan, on September 19, 2024. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP)
US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and Oprah Winfrey. Credit: SAUL LOEB/AFP

Mr Trump supporters from the entertainment world include musicians Ted Nugent, Kid Rock and Jason Aldean, wrestler Hulk Hogan, who spoke at this summer’s Republican National Convention, Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White, actor Dennis Quaid, and TV star Amber Rose.

After Ms Harris debated Former President and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump in September, Swift posted her endorsement online.

Ms Harris has also been supported by some of the biggest names in the Democratic party since being selected as nominee.

Along with the Obamas, former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have played crucial roles in recent weeks as Democrats rally Americans to vote.

Mr Obama spoke directly to Black male voters.

“My understanding, based on reports I’m getting from campaigns and communities, is that we have not yet seen the same kinds of energy and turnout in all quarters of our neighbourhoods and communities as we saw when I was running,” Mr Obama said at a rally in Pittsburgh.

“On the one hand, you have somebody who grew up like you, knows you, went to college with you, understands the struggles and pain and joy that comes from those experiences,” Obama said.

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Barack Obama speaking at a campaign rally for Kamala Harris in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Credit: AAP

Speaking about Mr Trump, he added, “You have someone who has consistently shown disregard, not just for the communities, but for you as a person.”

“And you are thinking about sitting out?”

“And you’re coming up with all kinds of reasons and excuses, I’ve got a problem with that,” he said.

“Because part of it makes me think — and I’m speaking to men directly — part of it makes me think that, well, you just aren’t feeling the idea of having a woman as president, and you’re coming up with other alternatives and other reasons for that.”

“When we get in trouble and the system isn’t working for us, they’re the ones out there marching and protesting.

“Now, you’re thinking about sitting out or supporting somebody who has a history of denigrating you, because you think that’s a sign of strength because that’s what being a man is? Putting women down? That’s not acceptable.”

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