In a heartwarming celebration of love, Gloria Carter, the mother of legendary rapper Jay-Z, exchanged vows with her longtime partner Roxanne Wilshire in a beautiful wedding ceremony held in New York City.
The star-studded event witnessed the presence of renowned personalities, including Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Tina Knowles-Lawson, Tyler Perry, and Robin Roberts, adding an extra touch of glamour to the occasion.
The festivities unfolded with an electrifying reception in the vibrant neighbourhood of Tribeca, where the esteemed guests revelled in the joyous atmosphere well into the night. The party was described as an exuberant affair, with the merrymaking continuing until approximately 1 am.
However, as the celebrations drew close, onlookers spotted the radiant and happy newlyweds leaving the venue. Gloria exuded elegance in a white suit, while Roxanne stunned in a captivating gold and shimmery white dress.
Jay-Z, known for his unwavering support of his mother, has been a pillar of strength throughout her journey. Jay-Z poignantly acknowledged Gloria’s openness about her sexuality as a lesbian in his 2017 track “Smile.”In the song, he highlights her struggles of “living in the shadows” as a gay woman, revealing a deep connection with his mother’s journey.
Also, the lyrics resonated with fans as Jay-Z rapped,
“Mama had four kids, but she’s a lesbian/Had to pretend so long that she’s a thespian/Had to hide in the closet, so she medicate/Society shame and the pain was too much to take. Cried tears of joy when you fell in love/Don’t matter to me if it’s a him or her/I just wanna see you smile through all the hate/Marie Antoinette, baby, let ’em eat cake.”
Furthermore, Jay-Z’s profound words reveal his unwavering love and acceptance of his mother’s truth, capturing the essence of their unbreakable bond. In a revealing interview with David Letterman on the Netflix series “My Next Guest Needs No Introduction,” Jay-Z confirmed that tears of joy streamed down his face upon discovering his mother had found love.
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