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Beyoncé’s Suspended Convertible Tilts During Houston Concert with No Injuries

Investigators have begun examining the malfunction that caused the tilt following the vehicle’s safe lowering

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Overview

  • During her June 28 performance of “16 Carriages” at NRG Stadium, Beyoncé was seated in a red convertible suspended above the crowd when the platform tilted dangerously
  • The singer stopped her show, shouting “Stop” repeatedly and gripping the harness cables to stabilize the vehicle
  • Rescue crews promptly intervened and lowered the car safely with no reported injuries to Beyoncé or audience members
  • Technical teams have launched an investigation into the cause of the mechanical failure
  • Beyoncé’s agent confirmed the incident to CBS News and the artist later posted “I love you, Houston” on Instagram before taking her Cowboy Carter Tour to Europe