Blue Ivy at 12: Look back at Girl Transformation through Years

Beyoncé | Blue Ivy Carter | Source: Getty Images

Beyoncé’s Daughter Draws Criticism for Her “Not Age Appropriate” Look at 12 — The Girl’s Development Over Time

Distribute Blue Ivy, the baby daughter of Jay-Z and Beyoncé, has been in the spotlight since her birth and has become one of the most well-known babies in the world.Beyoncé, her mother, called her birth “the best day of my life,” and at the age of two, she appeared in one of her father’s songs.The now twelve-year-old Blue Ivy has, however, recently come under fire for her appearance, which some have called “not age appropriate.”

Beyonce Knowles seen cradling her daughter Blue Ivy Carter on February 25, 2012 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

On February 25, 2012, Beyoncé Knowles was photographed in New York City with her daughter Blue Ivy Carter. Photo credit: Getty Images

One of the most eagerly awaited moments in celebrity birth history was the arrival of Blue Ivy Carter. Joking comments were made implying that the baby would be born with natural musical abilities, including the capacity to sing and rap. Not surprisingly, then, her first cries were captured on tape in her father’s song “Glory.”

The arrival of Blue Ivy, the child of Beyoncé and Jay-Z, was celebrated as the birth of the world’s most famous baby. Blue Ivy made an entry, not merely walked into the world. Beyoncé, her mother, has freely said that she was afraid of being pregnant.

Beyonce Knowles and her daughter Blue Ivy Carter seen on the streets of Manhattan on March 27, 2012 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

On March 27, 2012, in New York City, Beyonce Knowles and her daughter Blue Ivy Carter were spotted strolling through Manhattan. | Source: Getty Images

Her fears vanished as soon as she arrived at the hospital. When the baby was born, she was surrounded by her closest friends and family and discovered that the things that had scared her earlier were not present in that room. She was able to truly enjoy the experience and treasure each contraction as a result.

As she thought back on the birth of her baby, she remarked, “It was the best day of my life.” From being carefully covered up with a blanket to avoiding the prying eyes of the paparazzi, to making public appearances alongside her well-known parents, Blue Ivy’s existence has continuously captured the attention of the public and been closely observed.

Beyonce, Jay Z, and their baby Blue Ivy Carter seen  on June 4, 2012 in Paris, France | Source: Getty Images

Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and their infant daughter Blue Ivy Carter were spotted in Paris, France on June 4, 2012. Photo credit: Getty Images

Notably, she has been inducted into the Guinness World Records twice for being the youngest individual to accomplish specific musical feats.

Blue Ivy entered the Guinness World Records in 2013 after becoming the youngest person to have a song chart on any Billboard list.

Blue Ivy at the Age of Two

Blue Ivy Carter and Jay Z in the audience watching Beyonce perform during the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards on August 24, 2014 in Inglewood, California | Source: Getty Images

On August24,2014, in Inglewood, California, Blue Ivy Carter and Jay Z were present to see Beyonce perform at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards. Photo courtesy of Getty Images

Blue Ivy and her father, Jay-Z, were spotted in the audience at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards, mesmerized by Beyoncé’s performance. After the concert, Jay-Z went on stage with Blue Ivy and gave Beyoncé the coveted Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.

Jay Z and daughter Blue Ivy Carter present the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award to Beyonce on August 24, 2014 in Inglewood, California | Source: Getty Images

On August 24, 2014, in Inglewood, California, Jay Z and his daughter Blue Ivy Carter gave Beyoncé the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. | Source: Getty Images

Blue Ivy and Rihanna had an unforgettable encounter on February 8, 2015, during the 2015 Grammy Awards. The rendezvous happened backstage, where Blue Ivy, who was also stylishly dressed in pink, leaned down to speak with Rihanna, who was wearing an exquisite pink ball gown.

Blue Ivy at Age Three

Rihanna and Blue Ivy Carter attend the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards on February 8, 2015 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

On February 8, 2015, in Los Angeles, California, Rihanna and Blue Ivy Carter attend the 57th Annual Grammy Awards | Source: Getty Images

On August 28, 2016, Blue Ivy attended the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards, which took place in the storied Madison Square Garden.

Blue Ivy, Age Four

Blue Ivy Carter attends the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards at Madison Square Garden on August 28, 2016 in New York City | Source: Getty Images

On August 28, 2016, in New York City, Blue Ivy Carter attends the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards at Madison Square Garden. | Source: Getty Images

Blue Ivy and her father Jay-Z attended the 59th GRAMMY Awards on February 12, 2017. A week later, she went to the 66th NBA All-Star Game, a celebrity-filled affair hosted at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, with her dad.

Blue Ivy at Age Five

Blue Ivy Carter and Jay Z during The 59th GRAMMY Awards on February 12, 2017 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

Blue Ivy Carter and Jay Z during The 59th GRAMMY Awards on February 12, 2017 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

Jay Z, Blue Ivy Carter, and Beyoncé Knowles attend the 66th NBA All-Star Game on February 19, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana | Source: Getty Images

Jay Z, Blue Ivy Carter, and Beyoncé Knowles attend the 66th NBA All-Star Game on February 19, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana | Source: Getty Images

On February 18, 2018, she was present at the 67th NBA All-Star Game, accompanied by her mother, Beyoncé, and her grandmother, Tina Knowles.

Blue Ivy at Six Years

Beyonce, Blue Ivy Carter, and Tina Knowles attend the 67th NBA All-Star Game on February 18, 2018 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

Beyonce, Blue Ivy Carter, and Tina Knowles attend the 67th NBA All-Star Game on February 18, 2018 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

In 2020, Blue Ivy was seen with her father at a basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Blue Ivy at Eight Years

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter attend a basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los Angeles Lakers on March 8, 2020 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter attend a basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los Angeles Lakers on March 8, 2020 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

Blue Ivy Carter attends a basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los Angeles Lakers on March 8, 2020 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

On March 8, 2020, Blue Ivy Carter is in Los Angeles, California, for a basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los Angeles Lakers. Getty Images is the source.

She made her second entry into the Guinness World Records in 2021 following her victory in the Best Music Video category at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, when she sang on her mother’s song “Brown Skin Girl.”

The father and daughter pair saw the Boston Celtics play the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals in 2022.

When Ivy Was Ten Years Old

Jay-Z and his daughter Blue Ivy Carter watch the 2022 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors on June 13, 2022 in San Francisco, California | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z and his daughter Blue Ivy Carter watch the 2022 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors on June 13, 2022 in San Francisco, California | Source: Getty Images

On February 12, 2023, Blue Ivy was spotted at the Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, Arizona.

Blue Ivy at 11 Years

Lil Uzi Vert and Blue Ivy Carter attend Super Bowl LVII on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona | Source: Getty Images

Lil Uzi Vert and Blue Ivy Carter attend Super Bowl LVII on February 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona | Source: Getty Images

Later in August, she joined her mother onstage during her “Renaissance World Tour” performance at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Blue Ive Carter and Beyoncé perform onstage during the "Renaissance World Tour" on August 11, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia | Source: Getty Images

On August 11, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia, Blue Ive Carter and Beyoncé take the stage during their “Renaissance World Tour” | Source: Getty Images

As stated in the November 30, 2023, report:

With the premiere of “Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce,” Beyonce is celebrating another career milestone, and her family is behind her wholeheartedly. Blue Ivy, her daughter, made sure to accompany her famous mother on the red carpet for the concert movie’s London premiere.

Blue Ivy, Beyonce’s oldest daughter, wore an off-the-shoulder black dress and dark sunglasses for the event. Although the young woman looked elegant and mature in her all-black outfit, several people didn’t believe it was acceptable.

“That kid is too young for that dress at 11 years old hanging off her shoulder,” a commenter said.”Don’t understand why they want her to look like she is so much older,” another replied.

Some thought that people were being overly harsh on the mother-daughter team, while others criticized Blue Ivy and Beyonce for their rather unsuitable attire. Via their comments, their admirers flooded them with love and support.

One user commented, “Love this and Bey’s silver look.”Another fan said, “Love both of them so much beautiful.” With their encouraging remarks, their devoted followers made sure to silence anyone who had negative things to say.

Blue Ivy was in her mother’s concert film and “Renaissance” tour. As a dancer, she participated in her mother’s renditions of “Black Parade” and “My Power.”

Blue Ivy Carter and Beyoncé perform onstage during the “Renaissance World Tour” on June 18, 2023 in Amsterdam, Netherlands | Source: Getty Images

On June 18, 2023, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Blue Ivy Carter and Beyoncé take the stage during the “Renaissance World Tour” | Source: Getty Images

Blue Ivy’s dancing performances were originally intended to be a one-time event. She persisted, nonetheless, that she wanted to play on her mother’s tour. Beyonce had to compromise a great deal before she gave in.

In the end, Blue Ivy’s contribution went beyond her dancing abilities. She was shown in the movie “Renaissance” giving her thoughts on her mother’s musical preferences, stage layout, and other things. As Beyonce was just mom to her, she was open and honest about her feelings.

Despite her young age, the young woman has already created ripples in the profession. She had won a Grammy Award before going on tour with her mother. Few people can claim to have won a prestigious award at the age of nine, but she did it with the song “Brown Skin Girl,” which won Best Music Video.

As a member of Beyoncé’s group in May, Blue Ivy demonstrated her dancing prowess and demonstrated an amazing grasp of the dance. She had gone to a Paris concert with her mother and the dance group that same month. She then performed alongside her mother on stage once more in July, this time in Philadelphia, even wearing heels.

The 12-year-old daughter of renowned rapper Jay-Z Carter and superstar musician Beyoncé Knowles-Carter stole the stage at the Grammy Awards this year. Blue Ivy Carter glowed in a sophisticated off-the-shoulder dress that accentuated her collarbones.

Ivy at Twelve Years Old

Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Blue Ivy Carter on February 4, 2024, during the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California | Getty Images is the source.

She accessorized her stylish look with a delicate clutch bag, silver earrings, a ring, and minimal makeup. Some people disapproved of the young star’s attire, despite the fact that she looked stunning in photos alongside other celebrities and her wealthy parents.

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Of Blue Ivy’s dress, one social media user asserted, “Not age appropriate at all!” Similarly, another expressed, “That dress is not for a 12 year old child.” Someone else questioned, “Why is Blue’s cleavage showing?”

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California posted on February 5, 2024 | Source: Instagram/accesshollywood

Photographed on February 5, 2024, at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California, with Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter | Source: Instagram/accesshollywood

Another Instagram user commented, “She’s 12 looking 18,” in agreement with the clothing’ inappropriateness.Some, on the other hand, praised Blue Ivy’s appearance, saying she looked fantastic.

One admirer said, “She is adorable and looks so poised 🙌.” in this aspect.Someone described her as “so gorgeous.”Regarding the dress, a fan on Instagram said, “It’s adorable! This is better than oversized t-shirts and big jeans!”

Blue Ivy Carter and Olivia Rodrigo at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California posted on February 5, 2024 | Source: Instagram/accesshollywood

February 5, 2024 photo of Olivia Rodrigo and Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California | Source: Instagram/accesshollywood

Blue Ivy is not new to the esteemed Grammy Awards; this is not her first time attending the ceremony. The young performer created history a few years ago when, thanks to Blue Ivy’s composition credit for the song “Brown Skin Girl,” she became the second-youngest person to win a Grammy for her mother’s music video.

Despite the fact that Blue Ivy has already started to make a name for herself in the entertainment business, her devoted parents haven’t pressured her to follow in their footsteps.

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

In a past interview, doting dad Jay-Z clarified that what is important to him and Beyoncé when raising their children is ensuring they “provide a loving environment” and “be very attentive to who they want to be.” Jay-Z said, “It’s easy for us, as human beings, to want our children to do certain things, but we have no idea. We’re just guides.”

The business mogul, who wants the best for his beloved children, was honored with the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award at the Grammy Awards. While holding his award and giving his acceptance speech, with his daughter standing next to him, the “Otis” artist joked, “I used to say this is a sippy cup for Blue, but Blue’s grown up now; she doesn’t take sippy cups, and she has her own Grammys.”

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter at the Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, Arizona on February 12, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z and Blue Ivy Carter at the Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, Arizona on February 12, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Toward the end of his speech, Jay-Z Carter and Blue Ivy Carter shared a sweet moment when he took her hand and spoke about the importance of people continuing to show up for themselves.

Shortly after the Grammy Awards, Blue Ivy was spotted at Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, accompanied by her father and younger sister, Rumi Carter. The game was between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. Both the renowned rapper and his younger daughter sported leather jackets for the occasion, while Blue Ivy opted for a classic letterman’s jacket.

 

Jay-Z with daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter before Super Bowl LVIII between the against the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z with daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter before Super Bowl LVIII between the against the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada | Source: Getty Images

The young star’s attire was met with approval from fans, who expressed their delight with comments such as, “It’s great to see kids dressed like kids,” “First time I ever say Blue Ivy just acting like a kid,” and “Now that is what a twelve-year-old should be wearing. [sic]”

Blue Ive Carter and Beyoncé perform onstage during the "Renaissance World Tour" on August 11, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia | Source: Getty Images

Blue Ive Carter and Beyoncé perform onstage during the “Renaissance World Tour” on August 11, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia | Source: Getty Images

Blue Ivy has faced her fair share of criticism. However, she has never allowed it to discourage her. In fact, these critiques have played a crucial role in shaping her journey to refine her dancing skills. Initially, her performance was intended to be a one-time event. However, the feedback she received on social media about her dance moves spurred her to strive for improvement.

Jay-Z with daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter before Super Bowl LVIII between the against the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z with daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter before Super Bowl LVIII between the against the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada | Source: Getty Images

This criticism ignited a determination within her to train even more rigorously for future performances. Her active involvement and keen interest in various aspects of the performances, such as stage design and song choices, further indicate her commitment to her craft.

Jay-Z with daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter seen prior to Super Bowl LVIII between the against the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada | Source: Getty Images

Jay-Z with daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter seen prior to Super Bowl LVIII between the against the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada | Source: Getty Images

Despite being the child of a global superstar, Blue Ivy views Beyoncé simply as her mother. This grounded perspective likely contributes to her resilience in the face of criticism.