You Wouldn’t Believe How Much Beyoncé Earned for the Netflix’s NFL Christmas Day Half-Time Show

Christmas Day NFL games are a big deal, especially when Netflix is behind the scenes, airing them exclusively. This year, Netflix made waves by securing two NFL games on Christmas Day: the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans.

But here’s where things got even more exciting. Not only were we treated to these exciting matchups, but we also got performances from one of the biggest music legends of all time –Beyoncé. The songstress made her NFL Christmas debut, and let’s just say it was an unforgettable performance.

So, the real question is: How much do you think Beyoncé earned for this holiday special? The amount might just surprise you. Stick around as we take a closer look at Queen B’s jaw-dropping halftime show and how much she was paid for it!

Beyoncé’s NFL Christmas Day Half-Time Show delivered epic performance

Beyoncé’s Christmas NFL debut was nothing short of incredible. The superstar took center stage during halftime of the Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens game. For those lucky enough to catch the show, they were in for an absolute treat.

The performance had it all: Beyoncé shining with her backup dancers (including Blue Ivy Carter), a marching band, and guest appearances by Post Malone and Shaboozey. She even made an entrance like no other – riding through the stadium tunnels on a white horse while singing 16 Carriages.

After dismounting, she treated the crowd to a stunning cover of The Beatles’ “Blackbird,” and later performed a mix of songs from Cowboy Carter, including “Jolene,” “Texas Hold ‘Em,” and “Riverdance.” With this performance, it was clear that Beyoncé had made her mark on the NFL’s Christmas Day celebration. For fans of Beyoncé, this was an unforgettable show.

Beyoncé’s Netflix’s NFL Christmas Day Half-Time Show earnings revealed

For the Queen, it’s worth every penny. Beyoncé’s epic NFL Christmas halftime show was part of a $60 million deal with Netflix, signed back in 2019. This deal, which includes three projects, is a massive win for the superstar. Her first project? The documentary Homecoming, which captured her iconic Coachella 2018 performance.

According to Variety, Netflix reportedly shelled out a cool $20 million for that one. Now, for her Christmas Day NFL performance, we’re talking about another payday. Dan Runchie, the founder of Trapital, told Andscape:

If we believe this to be true, then that’s $20 million specifically for this [halftime] performance.

Netflix knew exactly what they were doing by securing such a high-profile showcase. Her performance and her previous Netflix projects show how Beyoncé is more than just a performer—she’s a global brand.

Mariah Carey’s earnings from Netflix’s NFL Christmas Day Half-Time Show

Mariah Carey has made All I Want for Christmas Is You a holiday staple for over three decades. Seriously, her song is the soundtrack to every Christmas movie, commercial, and mall playlist.

So, how much is she raking in for her own Christmas Day Netflix performance? Well, the numbers are staggering. Carey’s song has made her millions over the years. Between 1994 and 2017, she earned a whopping $60 million in royalties from All I Want for Christmas Is You (as reported by Forbes).

And let’s not even get started on her earnings just during the holiday season. In 2021 alone, the singer earned $1.36 million from 1.47 million song consumption units (per Sporting News). Add in publishing revenues of $378,000, and that’s some serious holiday cash.

No wonder her holiday season is so merry! So, Carey’s performance was part of a deal that probably included a massive paycheck. With all those royalties and a Netflix payday, Carey’s Christmas spirit just might be the richest one yet!