SZA Nearly Falls as Backup Dancer Almost Drops Her During Tour Opener

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SZA Recovers from Onstage Mishap During Tour Opener
By Alesia Stanford for DailyMail.com
Published: 21:19 BST, 20 April 2025 | Updated: 23:01 BST, 20 April 2025

[Image: SZA performing in Minneapolis, mid-dance with a backup dancer in an insect costume. Caption: SZA and a dancer recover gracefully after a near-fall during her Grand National Tour opener.]

SZA narrowly avoided a dangerous fall during the Minneapolis kickoff of her Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar. A viral clip captured the 35-year-old singer wobbling as a backup dancer lost balance mid-performance. The duo struggled momentarily during a choreographed routine set to a video of a praying mantis devouring its mate but recovered seamlessly.

Fan Reactions Split Over Incident
The mishap sparked heated debates online. Some criticized the dancer: *“Fire him. This isn’t the place to f*k around,” tweeted one fan. Others blamed SZA’s physique, with a troll commenting, “Bigger girls shouldn’t do stunts.” However, supporters rallied behind her: “She bounced back, didn’t get hurt, and finished the show. The internet is just jealous,” a fan clapped back.

[Image: Alternate angle of the near-fall. Caption: A different view shows the pair regaining balance swiftly, earning praise for their recovery.]

Tour Continues Amid Buzz
SZA has not publicly addressed the incident. The tour resumes Wednesday, with North American dates through June 18 before heading to Europe. Stops include the UK, Germany, and Italy.

[Image: SZA performing in Los Angeles, March 2025. Caption: SZA remains focused on her tour, pictured in Los Angeles earlier this year.]

Despite the hiccup, the SOS singer’s resilience shines, proving the show truly must go on.

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