Beyoncé’s Christmas Day NFL halftime show was already one of the most anticipated events of the year, but it was her 12-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, who stole the spotlight and sparked a whirlwind of reactions online. The mother-daughter duo lit up the stage at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, leaving audiences dazzled, impressed, and divided.

Blue Ivy, already a towering presence beside her 5’6” mother, walked onto the field with unmatched poise and confidence. Dressed in an all-white ensemble that echoed Beyoncé’s glamorous western-themed attire, she joined her mom for a high-energy performance that included an eight-song medley. The closing number, “Texas Hold ‘Em,” featured the two in a square-dancing routine that showcased their bond and Blue’s undeniable talent.

The young performer’s commanding stage presence is no surprise to those familiar with her blossoming career. From her Grammy-winning achievements to voicing Kiara in Mufasa: The Lion King, Blue is carving her path in the entertainment world under the guidance of her iconic parents.