Beyoncé ignites outrage with controversial gesture

Hollywood star Beyoncé's highly anticipated performance at the NFL halftime show on Christmas Day, has ignited a storm of controversy on social media.

The Crazy in Love star entertained a packed crowd at NRG Stadium and appeared to make a gun gesture while on stage, during the Christmas Day matchup between the Houston Texans and the Baltimore Ravens.

As she performed her hit single Texas Hold’Em, Beyoncé made the gesture by holding up two fingers, mimicking a pistol.

At the same time, a large banner reading the word 'BANG' was unfurled behind her as she stood on a specially erected scaffolding.

The gesture quickly raised eyebrows, particularly because the NFL has strict policies banning players from making similar gestures on the field.

Fans took to social media to express their outrage, questioning why the same rule didn’t apply to the star.

"Is the @NFL going to fine @Beyonce for finger guns?!" one viewer posted on X (formerly Twitter).

Another user added, "How many players were fined for that?" A third user poured in frustration, "Where is the flag on Beyoncé for the finger guns?!"

One fan quipped, “Still not sold on Beyoncé as a country artist. Still seems like a pop star that just threw a cowboy hat on."

Another commented on the irony of the situation, noting, "It's also hilarious that the league has been fining players left and right for finger guns and she's throwing them around like it's her job."