Beyoncé, Solange, and Patti LaBelle Surprise Fans at Brandy and Monica’s “The Boy Is Mine Tour” in Newark
NEWARK, NJ – A star-studded gathering unfolded at the Prudential Center on Friday, November 21, as Beyoncé, Solange, and legendary vocalist Patti LaBelle attended Brandy and Monica’s ”the Boy Is Mine Tour.” The unexpected appearances added to an already special night for fans of the iconic R&B duo, marking another high-profile moment for the tour which has become a magnet for celebrity attendees as its October launch.
The evening was filled with collaborative performances and heartfelt acknowledgements of longstanding industry relationships. Monica publicly expressed her gratitude towards Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, and Solange, celebrating their “genuine love” and “sisterhood.” Rowland herself brought LaBelle onstage, a moment lauded by Monica as a testament to Rowland’s “class act” and the admirable bond she shares with Beyoncé.
Beyond the headline appearances, the Newark show featured surprise sets from Lola Brooke, delivering a high-energy performance of ”Don’t Play With It,” and Ne-Yo, who performed hits including “So sick.” Monica also took a moment to thank Brandy, acknowledging their 27 years of collaboration and celebrating Brandy’s continued success.
This concert follows a pattern of celebrity support for “the Boy Is mine Tour,” with Rihanna, Beyoncé, and JAY-Z previously attending a Los Angeles show, and Kehlani honoring Brandy at an earlier stop. Monica shared photos and videos from the night on Instagram,capturing the memorable backstage moments and onstage collaborations.
