A battle of the pop divas! Taylor Swift and Beyoncé pull in an A-list crowd to their epic world tours on a nightly basis – but who has the biggest star power?
As two of the world’s biggest female performers the parallels are obvious.
Both have sold millions of albums during decades-spanning careers, both have scooped countless awards – among them a combined total of 44 Grammys – and both have embarked on what could only be described as their most ambitious world tours to date.
Indeed, while country singer turned pop icon Taylor Swift closes the American leg of her five continent Eras tour, R&B legend Beyoncé is mid-way through her Renaissance tour, in support of last year’s critically acclaimed album.
Swift performed their first of her 146 Eras shows – conceptualized as a celebration of her journey through contrasting musical phases – at Glendale, Arizona’s State Farm Stadium in March.
Since then the live extravaganza has worked its way across the United States, with a who’s who of celebrity friends, fans and rumoured lovers in attendance as she performed to packed stadiums from Minnesota to Michigan, Texas, Tennessee and beyond.
Meanwhile Beyoncé’s notably shorter roadshow – just 56 performances across Europe and North America – has not been without its own share of familiar faces.
An array of celebrity friends have turned out to support the singer since she opened the tour at Stockholm, Sweden’s Friends Arena on May 10.
But who wins the battle of the A-list supporters? Is it Team Swift or Queen Bey? Read on to find out more.
On the road: Both Beyoncé and Taylor Swift have attracted dozens of famous faces while travelling the world with their respective Renaissance and Eras tours
Loving it: Emma Stone was in attendance as Swift began her tour in Glendale. A subsequent video, posted online, captured Stone as she sung along to the 2008 single, Love Story
TAYLOR SWIFT
1. EMMA STONE
The Hollywood star was in attendance as Swift began her tour in Glendale. A subsequent video, posted online, captured Stone as she sung along to the singer-songwriter’s 2008 single, Love Story.
2. EMMA WATSON AND ESTE HAIM
Former star Watson had a magical time at Swift’s Nevada show in March. Fans filmed the British actress as she sung along at Paradise venue Allegiant Stadium, where she was joined by Este from the American indie-trio HAIM.
3. CHLOE GRACE MORETZ
Much like Emma Stone, fellow actress Moretz was also seen in Glendale, where she was seen dancing riotously with a group of friends.
Good times: Much like Emma Stone, fellow actress Chloe Grace Moretz was also seen in Glendale, where she was seen dancing riotously with a group of friends
Amazing: Taking to Instagram, Shania Twain shared a video of the star performing her hit Blank Space in Las Vegas
Getting involved: Dern added a touch of Hollywood glamour to proceedings as she attended a Swift show with her daughter Jaya and son Ellery
4. SHANIA TWAIN
Man, Shania felt like a woman while watching Swift perform in Vegas. Taking to Instagram, the Canadian singer shared a video of the star performing her hit Blank Space in front of a packed stadium, with the accompanying caption: ‘What a show.’
5. LAURA DERN
Dern added a touch of Hollywood glamour to proceedings as she attended a Swift show with her daughter Jaya and son Ellery.
The celebrated actress later joined Swift backstage, where they posed for a photo alongside her children.
Captioning the shot, she wrote: ‘Celebrating our amazing buddy’s first show of tour. Extraordinary. Found family.’
6. SELENA GOMEZ
Former Disney star Selena was present as close friend Swift performed in Arlington, Texas, on April 1.
The actress and singer was joined by her younger sister Gracie, with both dressed in Swift inspired outfits while singing along to her big hit, Cruel Summer.
Night of a thousand stars: A glittering array of celebrities made their way to the New Jersey show, including supermodel and Carnival Row actress Cara Delevingne
Old friends: Delevingne joined Swift backstage – where they posed for a selfie that later found its way onto the model’s Instagram account
Uptown girls: Billy Joel’s wife Alexis Roderick and their children, Della Rose, 12, and Remy Anne, five attended her show at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium
Greetings: Joel and his family were later treated to a backstage meeting with the star
7. CARA DELEVINGNE
The British model and actress livestreamed Swift’s show after attending earlier this year.
Delevingne is close friends with the star, having previously featured in the promotional video for her 2015 single Bad Blood.
Following the gig, she joined Swift backstage – where they posed for a selfie that later found its way onto the model’s Instagram account.
8. ETHAN HAWKE
The Hollywood heavyweight was spotted chatting to Selena Gomez as they watched her Arlington show earlier this year.
Who knew they were friends?
9. BILLY JOEL
The legendary American singer headed ‘Uptown’ to watch Swift perform in Tampa, Florida in April.
Joel was joined by wife Alexis Roderick and their children, Della Rose, 12, and Remy Anne, five at the city’s Raymond James Stadium, where they were treated to a backstage meeting with the star.
Captioning social media photos of their encounter with Swift, he wrote: ‘Rockin’ into our new ‘era’ thank you @Taylorswift we loved the show!’
There she is: Former Disney star Selena was present as close friend Swift performed in Arlington, Texas, on April 1
Main man: Hollywood heavyweight Ethan Hawke was spotted at her Arlington show earlier this year
In attendance: Matty Healy appeared to confirm a rumoured relationship with Swift when he appeared at her Nashville, Tennessee show on May 5
In good company: Healy was seen with Phoebe Bridgers as the singer worked her way through the set, shortly after news of what would ultimately be a fleeting romance emerged
10. MATTY HEALY
The 1975 singer appeared to confirm a rumoured relationship with Swift when he appeared at her Nashville, Tennessee show on May 5.
Healy was seen with Phoebe Bridgers as the singer worked her way through the set, shortly after news of what would ultimately be a fleeting romance emerged.
As she performed 2020 track Cardigan, obsessive fans picked up on Swift uttering the same words spoken by Healy as his band performed their album track About You in Manila two days earlier.
‘This one is about you. You know who you are and I love you,’ she told the audience.
11. REECE WITHERSPOON
The following night it was Reece Witherspoon’s turn to watch Swift perform in Nashville, with the actress sharing footage of the performance on Instagram.
‘What a night to remember!’ she told followers. @taylorswift in front of 70,000 incredible fans.
“The stellar song choices, inspired choreography, other-worldly art design … an incredible night to dance, sing and feel so much JOY .. thank you @taylorswift and the whole ERAS tour team for shining so bright tonight.’
12. GIGI HADID
The American model has paid more than one visit to the Eras tour, having watched her in Tennessee before returning for a second helping in California.
Hadid most recently attended Swift’s concert on Friday, July 28, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
She could be seen singing every lyric to songs in clips posted on her pal Patrick Ta’s Instagram page.
The two friends also also seen showcasing their growing friendship bracelets in a couple of photos together.
Big fan: Gigi Hadid has paid more than one visit to the Eras tour, having watched her in Tennessee before returning for a second helping in California
Sweet gesture: Swift made a special gesture to her pal Blake Lively’s two daughters during the Philadelphia stop of her Eras Tour
Name a more iconic duo than Taylor Swift and Blake Lively🥹😭 @Taylor Swift @Taylor Nation – 🎥: @Katie – #taylorswift #taylornation #tstheerastour #theerastour #blakelively #philly #swifttok #acmawards #blakelivelysupremacy
13. BLAKE LIVELY
The actress treated her children, daughters James, 8, and Inez, 6, to the singer’s first performance at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field on May 12 concert.
Swift, who shares a close friendship with Lively, was seen acknowledging the star’s children, who later joined onstage.
Swift was seen holding James’ hand as she waved to the crowd before departing.
14. LENA DUNHAM
Twenty-four hours later the Girls creator was in attendance as Swift performed at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field on May 13 – Dunham’s 37th birthday
In honor of her special day, Swift performed album track Forever & Always for the actress during the surprise song portion of her extensive set.
She told the audience: ‘This is a request from my friend Lena. It’s her birthday today, so I’m absolutely going to grand that request and also wish her a happy birthday.
‘She wanted to hear — and she’s here tonight, that’s also important. I’m not just doing this to send to her later. She wanted to hear Forever & Always.’
Impressed: Reece Witherspoon watched Swift perform in Nashville, with the actress sharing footage of the performance on Instagram
Centre of attention: Jennifer Lawrence (far right) was swarmed by fans as she attended Swift’s third Philadelphia show on May 14
Date night: Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello, couldn’t keep their hands off of each other in New Jersey when they showed some PDA at a recent Swift concert
Shaking it off: Charlize Theron shared a video filmed during Swift ‘s concert at the SoFi Stadium in August
15. JENNIFER LAWRENCE
The Oscar-winning actress was swarmed by fans as she attended Swift’s third Philadelphia show on May 14.
Lawrence posed fore numerous selfies with fans after she was spotted making her way into the VIP tent – among them a group photo she precariously took while attempting to stay on her side of a specially erected barricade.
16. CAMILA CABELLO AND SHAWN MENDES
Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello couldn’t keep their hands off of each other in New Jersey when they showed some PDA at the Taylor Swift concert.
The pop duo were seen looking very much like a loved-up couple in the VIP area, where they joined a star-studded audience for one of Swift’s sold-out performances at the vast MetLife Stadium.
Cabello and Mendes did little to hide their rekindled love as they watched the show with their arms wrapped around one another while watching the show.
17. CHARLIZE THERON
Theron shared a video filmed during Swift’s concert at the SoFi Stadium in August.
The actress, who also celebrated her 48th birthday on Monday, was seen with her daughters August and Jackson at the star-studded stop on the hitmaker’s Eras Tour.
Theron captioned the post: ‘Thank you for the best birthday ever @taylorswift!!! We had such a great f***ing time.’
Special occasion: he actress, who also celebrated her 48th birthday on Monday, was seen with her daughters August and Jackson at the star-studded stop on the hitmaker’s Eras Tour
Unlikely fan: Kevin Costner was spotted in one of the luxury suites at SoFi Stadium for Swift’s Eras Tour
18. KEVIN COSTNER
The 68-year-old actor was spotted in one of the luxury suites at the SoFi Stadium during Swift’s Eras Tour.
The Dances With Wolves star was spotted with his 13-year-old daughter Grace and a friend as they rocked out to one of the 32-year-old singer’s most famous break-up songs – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.
The Oscar-winning actor and director was seen sporting a wry smile as his daughter sang along to the 2012 hit from her album Red.
The song is quite timely since likely the same could be said about Costner and Baumgartner, who surprisingly filed for divorce after 18 years of marriage.
19. KARLIE KLOSS
Swift’s ex-BFF Karlie Kloss was spotted in the bleachers at the singer’s final Los Angeles show on Wednesday night.
Her attendance came as quite a shock to Swift’s devout fanbase as the pair’s six-year friendship — which was plagued by rumors of a secret lesbian romance — reportedly came to an end at some point in 2019.
20. SYDNEY SWEENEY
Sweeney was also in attendance at Swift’s sixth and final Los Angeles Eras Tour show on Wednesday.
The 25-year-old acting sensation — who is mourning the death of Euphoria co-star Angus Cloud — attended the event in a white crop top and denim skirt.
Surprised: Her attendance came as quite a shock to Swift’s devout fanbase as the pair’s six-year friendship reportedly came to an end at some point in 2019
Big night: Sydney Sweeney joined the pack of celebrities who attended Swift’s sixth and final Los Angeles Eras Tour show on Wednesday
BEYONCE
1. SOLANGE KNOWLES
The R&B legend was supported by younger sister Solange, a performer in her own right, as she took to the stage at the FedEx Field Stadium in Maryland.
Taking to Instagram after the performance, she shared a video of herself dancing alongside Beyoncé’s 11-year old daughter Blue Ivy.
Captioning the post, she wrote: ‘Address me as blue’s auntie only.’
2. KAMALA HARRIS
Beyoncé was even supported by the upper echelons of American government when US Vice President Kamala Harris attended her Washington D.C show with husband Douglas Emhoff.
Sharing a social media photo following the show, she wrote:’Thanks for a fun date night, @Beyonce!’
3. OPRAH WINFREY AND GAYLE KING
The talk show queen described Beyoncé’s extravagant show as one of the best nights of her life after attending her New Jersey concert with close friend Gayle King in July.
Sharing the experience with Instagram followers, she wrote: ‘I have never in my life experienced something as transcendent as @beyonce’s Renaissance Tour.
‘That kind of talent, synergy, expression, and anointing is something that comes straight from a Source that creates the planets.’
She added: ‘The dancers, the production, the musicians, and the team in front and behind the scenes, all perfectly align to create a renaissance in today’s world. You must see it.’
‘Must see’ review: Oprah Winfrey described Beyoncé’s extravagant show as one of the best nights of her life after attending her New Jersey concert
Show review: Winfrey and Gayle KIng offered a review of the Beyoncé concert at Met Life Stadium in New Jersey after attending the show with her mother Tina Lawson
Front row seat: Former Destiny’s Child bandmate Kelly Rowland was in attendance as she performed in London
Thank you: Transgender actress and activist Laverne Cox praised Beyoncé for sharing a special message to the trans community
4. AMY SCHUMER
The Hollywood actress was visibly stunned while watching Beyoncé perform at Boston’s Gillette Stadium during her ongoing Renaissance tour.
A mesmerized Schumer filmed the singer as she paid tribute Madonna with a Vogue pose during one of her songs.
The American star, who attended the concert with several friends, later shared an assortment of videos and photos from the gig with her social media followers.
5. LAVERNE COX
Cox and her pal Mila Jam get down while having a night out at a Beyoncé concert. The two donned some fresh and outside the box outfits for the concert at MetLife stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
The transgender actress and activist later praised her performance, during which Beyoncé shared a special message to the trans community.
Taking to Instagram, she wrote: ‘I started the Hashing #TransIsBeautiful in 2015 to empower trans and nonbinary people to see our beauty beyond cisnormative beauty standards.
‘This wasn’t about me. This was and is for the people. Seeing it empower trans folks globally to embrace our special, anointed beauty lights me up on the inside. But hearing Beyonce proclaim this trans affirming message, I don’t have words. I may have cried a little.
‘Thank you for evoking this beautiful moment with your sign. Trans is indeed so beautiful.’
6. KELLY ROWLAND
The singer’s former Destiny’s Child bandmate was in attendance as she performed in London.
Rowland had a front row seat and was seen blowing the superstar a kiss after getting a special shoutout.
As the show continued she sung along to some of Beyoncé’s biggest hits – among them last year’s Break My Soul.
Loving life: Tom Holland and Zendaya have sent fans wild after they were spotted larking around at Beyoncé’s Warsaw show in January
In the moment: The pair, who keep their romance low-key, were spotted in the crowds during the singer’s Renaissance tour, with a fellow concertgoer capturing them on camera
Concert night: Kylie Jenner seemed to be living her best life as she made her way to the Beyoncé concert in Saint-Denis, Paris, in May
Mother-daughter duo: The lip-kit mogul was joined by her mother, Kris Jenner, who wore a shiny silver jacket as they made their way into the stadium from backstage
7. ZENDAYA AND TOM HOLLAND
The pair, who keep their romance low-key, were spotted in the crowds during the singer’s Renaissance tour, with a fellow concertgoer capturing them on camera.
As Beyonce belted out her hit single, Love On Top, the lovebirds couldn’t resist singing along, pointing and dancing at one another.
Taking to Twitter to discuss the moment, one fan penned: ‘that’s the cutest thing you’ll see today.’
Another was quick to point out: ‘The fact that they look and point to each other singing “you’re the one i love, you’re the one i need” [sic]’
8. KYLIE AND KRIS JENNER
Kylie seemed to be living her best life as she made her way to the Beyoncé concert in Saint-Denis, Paris, in May.
The star shared a short video on her Instagram and included behind-the-scenes shots with her mother, Kris Jenner, who joined her for the concert.
At the event, Kylie also shared videos of Beyoncé on stage mixed with shots of her friends dancing in the crowd.
9. LORI HARVEY AND DAMSON IDRIS
Lori Harvey and boyfriend Damson Idris looked crazy in love while attending the Beyoncé concert in London.
The 26-year-old model shared clips on Instagram Stories of her and British-Nigerian actor Damson, 31, enjoying themselves at the Renaissance Tour concert at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The cute couple also smiled and danced together as Lori filmed them enjoying the show.
She shared a clip of Damson grooving and dancing to the music and added the caption, ‘GO OFF @DAMSONDIDRIS’.
Make way: Beyoncé was even supported by the upper echelons of American government when US Vice President Kamala Harris attended her Washington D.C show
Cute couple: Lori Harvey and boyfriend Damson Idris looked crazy in love while attending the Beyoncé concert on Monday in London
Let’s go party: Ariana Grande wore a Barbie pink outfit for her appearance at Beyoncé’s London show in June
Star-studded: Supermodel Naomi Campbell was pictured next to Kris Jenner in the VIP area
Well done: Campbell later praised the R&B superstar’s performance on social media
10. ARIANA GRANDE
The American singer wore a Barbie pink outfit for her appearance at Beyoncé’s London show in June.
Grande was joined backstage with social media influencer Max Balegde, who shared a video with the star as she took a break from her filming commitments on the UK set of Wicked.
She was later seen in the crowd as she sung the words to Beyoncé tracks Crazy In Love and Green Light.
11. NAOMI CAMPBELL
The supermodel watched as Beyoncé showed off her vocal talents on stage at London’s Tottenham Hotspur stadium/
Also in the audience was Kris Jenner and Dua Lipa who jetted to the UK to watch Queen B perform.
Following the show she took to Instagram, writing: “QUEEN !!! B PHENOMENAL.’
Couple: Sir Paul McCartney and his wife Nancy looked in good spirits as they hung out with Jay-Z at his wife Beyoncé’s final London concert at Tottenham Stadium
Concert: The former Beatles star was seen chatting with the billionaire rapper as he and Nancy enjoyed the show
Loving it: With Beyoncé entertaining upwards of 62,000 ticket-holders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Ronnie Wood was in attendance with wife Sally and their two children
Say cheese: The legendary guitarist posed for numerous snaps after entering the venue
Fancy meeting you here: Ronnie and Sally posed for a backstage photo with reality TV star Kris Jenner at the north London venue
12. SIR PAUL MCCARTNEY
Sir Paul McCartney and his wife Nancy looked in good spirits as they hung out with Jay-Z at his wife Beyonce’s final London concert at Tottenham Stadium.
The former Beatles star was seen chatting with the billionaire rapper as he and Nancy enjoyed the show.
13. RONNIE WOOD
With Beyoncé entertaining upwards of 62,000 ticket-holders at Tottenham Hotspur stadium during her Renaissance world tour, unlikely fan Ronnie Wood was in attendance with wife Sally and their two children – seven-year old twins Gracie Jane and Alice Rose.
The veteran Rolling Stones guitarist was perhaps the only fan who could relate to the euphoria that comes with filling such a venue, and he appeared to be in his element as the R&B legend worked her way through an elaborate set – and numerous costume changes.
Taking to Instagram later that night, Sally shared a montage of photos and video clips from the night, among them the family’s chance backstage meeting with Kris Jenner.
14. FLORENCE PUGH
The Oxford-born actress was seen showing off her buzz cut while attending Beyoncé’s London show in May.
Taking to Instagram shortly afterwards, Pugh admitted she was in awe of the superstar.
‘The fact that we’re on this earth the same time as Beyoncé is …’ she wrote alongside a picture of herself at the show.
15. MEGAN THEE STALLION
The American rapper was spotted leaving a Beyoncé’s concert afterparty following her performance in Paris.
The 28-year-old rapper showed off her hourglass figure in a baby pink crop top and low-waisted skinny jeans at the party celebrating the singer’s Renaissance World Tour concert in Paris, France.
The three-time Grammy winner jazzed up the otherwise casual ensemble with a pair of metallic silver heels with rhinestone straps.
Other stars seen making their appearance at the bash include singer-songwriter Lenny Kravitz and 13-time Grammy-winning musician Pharrell Williams.
Familiar face: Florence Pugh was seen showing off her buzz cut while attending Beyoncé’s London show in May
Dazzling display: Megan Thee Stallion was spotted leaving a Beyoncé’s concert afterparty following her performance in Paris
16. LIZZO
The singer was reduced to tears after Beyoncé name-checked her in front of thousands of fans before launching into Break My Soul.
Sharing the moment on Instagram, Lizzo, who attended the show, wrote: ‘In that moment I was thinking about baby me, listening to Happy Face by destiny’s child and crying myself to sleep because of bullies…
‘I thought about Beyoncé jumping into the room where Tina Turner was waiting to meet her for the first time. I think of what we all mean to people and how cyclical it is.
‘We are all so infinitesimally and maximally connected and significant. It’s an honor. Thank Yo.’
Beyoncé has since removed the shout-out from her set as Lizzo faces accusations of sexual harassment from several of her former back-up dancers.
17. PRIYANKA CHOPRA-JONAS
The Indian actress was without husband Nick Jonas while attending Beyoncé’s show at Tottenham Hotspur stadium in London.
Chopra was accompanied by friends and family as she filmed herself partying into the night at the cavernous venue.
Quoting the singer as she took to Instagram after the show, she wrote: ‘I dream it, I work hard. I grind ’til I own it, I twirl on them haters – Beyoncé. Damn! What a woman and what a night.’
Emotional: Lizzo was reduced to tears after Beyoncé name-checked her in front of thousands of fans before launching into Break My Soul
Girls night out: Priyanka Chopra-Jonas was accompanied by friends and family as she filmed herself partying into the night during Beyoncé’s show at Tottenham Hotspur stadium
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