A contradictory report has surfaced regarding Beyoncé’s rumored performance at the Democratic National Convention. reports (sorry) that “A representative for Beyoncé says the singer will not attend the 2024 Democratic National Convention.” In fact, the rep says, “Beyoncé was never scheduled to be there.

The report of a performance is untrue.” That probably won’t stop folks from speculating, but Kamala Harris is taking the stage as of this writing, so it certainly appears that reports of Beyoncé performing tonight were greatly exaggerated — unless she’s closing Harris, which would be unusual. But hey, the whole campaign’s been unusual, so “weirder” things have happened.

The 2024 Democratic National Convention is turning out to be quite historic, as Kamala Harris has officially been named the first-ever woman of either Black or Asian heritage to be nominated the official Presidential candidate of the Democratic Party. What’s more, this year’s DNC has had guests reflective of the optimism inspired by her nomination, with putting in an appearance, Kendrick Lamar’s “ ” receiving play, and reportedly, even Beyoncé preparing to put in a performance. After bringing on , , and using Beyoncé’s “ ” in a campaign ad, Harris’ play for the Presidency is getting a co-sign from the Queen of the Renaissance herself, .

Per TMZ’s sources, Beyoncé is in Chicago, where the convention is being held, and law enforcement has been placed on “h.