First Beyoncé, and now Katy Perry has encountered an unexpected twist in her performances. On Friday night, the vocalist behind "Part of Me" found herself in the spotlight of San Francisco, captivating crowds as part of her Lifetimes Tour. However, what was meant to be a mesmerizing moment turned into a heart-stopping incident when a colossal butterfly prop, suspended above the awestruck audience, malfunctioned while Perry was perched atop it.
Videos circulating on social media, kindly shared by enthralled spectators, capture the thrilling moment. Perry was belting out her 2013 anthem "Roar" at the Chase Center when the elaborate prop, intricately rigged to support her, abruptly jerked and plummeted. In an instant, Perry ceased her singing, swiftly regaining her footing and composure. Her gaze first lifted skyward, towards the contraption that tethered the butterfly to the heavens above.
As the prop swayed precariously, Perry's professionalism shone through; she courageously recommenced her performance of the empowering tune. CNN has reached out to Perry's representatives for further comment on the harrowing ordeal.
This near-disaster marks at least the second such incident to mar a major tour this summer. Recall the harrowing scene from Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour last month in Houston, where a flying car prop, featured prominently in the concert, tilted perilously mid-air. Fortunately, Beyoncé was swiftly descended to safety, emerging unscathed, as confirmed by her entertainment and management company at the time.
