After President Obama was sworn in for a second term, Beyonce showed why she’s Queen B with a flawless rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Though lacking in the epic runs that made Whitney Houston’s rendition an instant classic, Beyonce stretched her vocal cords by raising some sections up an octave.
Her style stunned too: She was impeccably glam in a Christian Dior coat and shoes, flowing Pucci gown and Lorraine Schwartz emerald earrings. Hubby Jay-Z, — watching proudly from the front row — wore head-to-toe Tom Ford.
The anthem was something of a repeat performance, since Beyonce sang “At Last” for the first couple at a 2008 inauguration ball.