The premiere had a dress code of "cozy opulence," and attendees graced the red carpet with glamorous attire. The step and repeat showcased artwork from the "Renaissance" films, providing an array of photo opportunities. Notable stars who walked the carpet included Janelle Monáe, Lizzo, Cardi B, Khloé Bailey, Tyler Perry, Nandi Nash, Betsey Gabriel Union, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Lena Waithe, Chris Jenner, Robin Thede, Jeremy Pope, Courteney Cox, Marsai Martin, Coco Jones, Beyoncé's dancers, the Knowles twins, and her parents, Tina and Mathew Knowles.
After registering, guests were escorted into the theater, where the use of phones was restricted to ensure the utmost focus on the cinematic experience. This Hollywood-heavy event provided the first glimpse of movies based on Beyoncé's record-breaking "Renaissance" tour over the summer.
However, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were notably absent from the event. Lizzo disclosed that Meghan had been effectively blacklisted due to her previous actions, which included staging PR photos to divert attention from Beyoncé during previous concerts. Meghan had taken the opportunity to approach prominent Hollywood figures during these events, which apparently irked the hosts.
The event's invitation process remained mysterious, with guests receiving their invitations just 24 hours before the event, sent to a decoy location beforehand. Meghan's friend Tyler Perry was present, but he couldn't secure an invitation for her. Chris Jenner, who had posed with Meghan's mother not long ago, also attended, but Meghan wasn't among the guests.
It's clear that Meghan desired to be part of this event, where numerous A-list celebrities of color gathered. However, her actions seemed to have led to her exclusion from the A-list celebrity circle. The event underscored that Meghan's connections within the entertainment industry had dwindled.
This situation serves as a lesson for other celebrities about the importance of understanding the dynamics before forming associations. The absence of Meghan from this high-profile event suggests that her relationship with Tyler Perry and Beyoncé might be strained. Instead of sharing the spotlight with these stars, Meghan found herself in forced photos alongside Carrie Washington and Kelly Rowland.
Beyoncé's "Renaissance" film premiere followed her latest trailer, which teased a reunion with former Destiny's Child members. While Beyoncé's presence at the premiere of Taylor Swift's "The Sour" surprised fans, Taylor Swift was notably absent from Saturday's "Renaissance" premiere, as she continued her tour in Brazil.
