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Beyoncé Bows Out of Showdown with Sphere After Legal Threat from James Dolan

2025-05-05

Author: Yan

In a surprising turn of events, Beyoncé has decided to remove a captivating clip featuring the Las Vegas Sphere from her in-concert footage following a legal threat from venue owner James Dolan.

The pop superstar, known for her dazzling performances, faced a deadline set by Dolan’s legal team to stop the use of CGI visuals in which a giant Beyoncé appeared to strut through the Las Vegas skyline, playfully lifting the iconic LED-covered arena.

Concertgoers at her recent shows in Los Angeles, part of her much-anticipated "Cowboy Carter Tour," were quick to share snippets of the creative video on social media, generating buzz and excitement.

However, a legal notice from Kathleen McCarthy, representing Dolan’s Sphere Entertainment Group, warned Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment of unauthorized usage and digital manipulation of the Sphere imagery.

Attendees at SoFi Stadium noted that during Sunday’s performance, the segment showcasing the Sphere was mysteriously absent from the broadcast—suggesting a swift response to the legal pressure.

This isn’t the first clash between Beyoncé and Sphere; talks for a potential residency collapsed last year over disagreements about rehearsal space and a hefty $10 million production budget, sources revealed.

The star-studded "Cowboy Carter Tour" isn't done yet, though—Beyoncé is set to grace Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on July 25 and 26, where an expected 65,000 fans will gather to witness her brilliance live.