Fame often comes with bizarre allegations, as seen with Beyoncé facing accusations of witchcraft. One notable incident involves singer and dancer Kimberly Thompson, who in 2018 sought a restraining order against Beyoncé, alleging that the superstar used “extreme witchcraft, dark magic,” and even claimed that Beyoncé killed her kitten.
Thompson also believed Beyoncé tapped her phone and controlled her finances. Such claims were further fueled when an American pastor, Tiffany Montgomery, called Beyoncé a witch, urging Christians to avoid her concerts and suggesting that her fans are part of a coven.
Erykah Badu has also faced similar allegations. In a 2020 Rolling Stone interview, Badu joked about an urban legend that her presence changes men’s lives, attributing it to her intellectual magic rather than anything supernatural. Despite these allegations, Badu and Beyoncé’s use of religious and mystical imagery in their art has led to persistent conspiracy theories, such as their alleged involvement with the Illuminati.
Beyoncé’s and Jay-Z’s use of the triangle hand signal, often associated with the Eye of Providence and the Illuminati, has sparked theories that they are part of a secret society. These theories are exacerbated by their use of religious iconography and cryptic imagery in their performances and music videos. Beyoncé has even addressed these rumors in her song “Formation,” dismissing them as nonsense.
Despite the bizarre allegations and conspiracy theories, Beyoncé’s success is often attributed to her hard work, dedication to her craft, and the talented team she surrounds herself with. This view is shared by those who recognize her exceptional talent and the effort she puts into her performances.
Throughout her career, Beyoncé has been compared to other artists, notably Ashanti, during the early 2000s when both were rising stars in R&B. Despite rumors of a feud, both artists have expressed mutual respect for each other. They have even performed together for charitable causes, dispelling any notions of bad blood between them. While Beyoncé and Ashanti never collaborated on a record, they have shown that comparisons and supposed rivalries are often media fabrications rather than reflections of their actual relationships.
