Beyoncé’s tour stop in Atlanta encountered an unfortunate incident just days before her much-anticipated performance. Her choreographer, Christopher Grant, and dancer, Diandre Blue, reported to the Atlanta police that their rental car was broken into, resulting in the theft of sensitive items. Among the stolen belongings were hard drives containing unreleased music, show footage plans, and set lists for her current “Cowboy Carter” tour.
According to the police report, the incident occurred on July 8, when Grant and Blue parked their rental Jeep Wagoneer in a parking deck. Upon returning, they discovered that the trunk window had been smashed, and two suitcases were missing. The report indicated that Grant possessed sensitive materials directly related to Beyoncé. In addition to the hard drives, the thieves made off with clothes, designer sunglasses, laptops, and AirPods Max headphones.
The Atlanta police are actively investigating the matter, following up on multiple leads. This incident occurred just ahead of Beyoncé’s first of four scheduled performances at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 10, as part of her “Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit Tour.” This tour began on April 28 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and has been celebrated for its dynamic mix of family themes, fashion, and diverse musical genres.
As fans rally around their favorite artist, there remains hope for a successful resolution to the investigation and the continuation of the tour without further disruptions. With Beyoncé’s performances generally embodying resilience and creativity, it’s anticipated that these recent events will not overshadow the uplifting experiences she offers to her audiences.