The 66th Grammy Awards had its fair share of memorable moments, from Taylor Swift's historic wins to Céline Dion's surprise appearance. However, it was 12-year-old Blue Ivy Carter, daughter of Beyoncé and Jay-Z, who briefly stole the show. Unfortunately, not all the attention Blue Ivy received was positive, as trolls on social media targeted her for her choice of outfit.
Blue Ivy, along with her superstar parents, opted to skip the red carpet and was later seen in the audience after Fantasia Barrino's Tina Turner tribute. Photos of Blue Ivy's dress quickly circulated online, sparking criticism and debates about whether her attire was 'too mature' for a child.
The dress in question was an elegant off-the-shoulder Vivienne Westwood Couture midi dress, featuring a corseted bodice and a puffy skirt reminiscent of Cinderella. Blue Ivy paired the gown with casual rumpled white platform Larroude Dolly boots, adding height to her ensemble. She also carried a bright white clutch to complete her look.
While some individuals admired Blue Ivy's stylish and sophisticated choice, others voiced concerns about her appearing too grown-up at such a young age. Comments lamented the presence of fake nails and cleavage on a 12-year-old child, emphasizing the importance of allowing children to be just that – children.
Despite the criticism, many fans and supporters came to Blue Ivy's defense. Some praised her beauty and acknowledged her as a perfect blend of her famous parents. Others lauded Beyoncé for raising an admirable and confident young girl.
This wasn't the only drama surrounding the Carters at the Grammys. During his acceptance speech for the 2nd annual Dr. Dre Global Impact Award, Jay-Z called out the Recording Academy, which honored him. He highlighted the discrepancy between the number of Grammy wins his wife, Beyoncé, has amassed and her lack of recognition for Album of the Year. While Jay-Z didn't explicitly mention Beyoncé, it was widely assumed that he was referring to her.
Blue Ivy has been in the spotlight since the day she was born. Dubbed 'the most famous baby in the world' by Time magazine just two days after her birth, she made history as the youngest person to have a charted song on any Billboard chart with her vocals featured on her father's song, 'Glory.' In 2020, Blue Ivy also earned a BET Award and a Grammy Award for her collaboration on her mother's single, 'Brown Skin Girl.' These achievements made her the youngest winner of both awards and earned her another Guinness World Record.
While the criticisms and controversies surrounding Blue Ivy's dress at the Grammys may have overshadowed her brief moment in the spotlight, it's important to remember that she is still a young girl navigating her way through a world of immense fame and scrutiny. Despite the opinions and negativity, it's evident that Blue Ivy continues to shine in her own right, supported by her loving family and a legion of fans who appreciate her unique talents and individuality.
