The 2024 Democratic National Convention ended without the anticipated appearance of Beyoncé, which had generated significant speculation and excitement among attendees and online. Reports from TMZ and The Hill suggested she would perform, but these were quickly debunked by her publicist, who confirmed she was never scheduled to appear. Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the nomination while her song 'Freedom' played, which she has used throughout her campaign, but the lack of a surprise guest left many feeling disappointed. Some attendees joked about the situation, suggesting that the speculation was a ploy to attract viewers. Despite the absence of Beyoncé, the convention featured performances by other prominent artists, including Stevie Wonder and Patti LaBelle. The incident raised questions about how the rumor originated and whether it was an intentional tactic by the DNC to draw attention.