Actress Tiffany Haddish has shared her emotional fertility journey, shedding light on her challenges and the continued challenges Black women have with childbirth.
The 43-year-old actress and comedian revealed she recently experienced her eighth miscarriage.

“Well, I’m going to be honest with you, this would be my eighth [miscarriage],” Haddish bravely told the Washington Post. “I’ve got a uterus shaped like a heart. It just won’t keep anything in.”

Haddish is widely recognized for her comedic brilliance and has made a significant mark as an actress and producer.

One of her breakout roles was in the immensely popular comedy “Girls Trip,” where she stole hearts with her portrayal of “Dina” alongside Jada Pinkett Smith, Queen Latifah, and Regina Hall.

Her impressive filmography also includes notable works like “The Last OG,” “Night School,” “The Carmichael Show,” “Keanu,” and her hosting gig at the 2018 MTV Movie and TV Awards.

She became the first Black female stand-up comedian to host “Saturday Night Live” in November 2017.

Unfortunately, Haddish’s experience is not unique, as many Black women in the United States regularly face miscarriages and complicated pregnancies.

Statistics show that about 20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, with Black women being 43% more likely to experience pregnancy loss than white women.

On Rachel Bilson’s “Broad Ideas” podcast, Haddish revealed that her struggles with endometriosis and misdiagnosis also played a role in her multiple miscarriages.

Experts said the impact of miscarriages extends beyond the physical aspect and can trigger a complex grieving process that affects women’s mental health.

Haddish had previously chosen to keep her pregnancy losses private, sharing the experience only with one close friend.

“I didn’t want people saying: ‘Are you OK? Are you alright?’ Like a wounded animal, I just rather go in a cave by myself. Lick my wounds,” she stated.

Haddish also acknowledged how painful and emotionally challenging those losses have been, describing them as shattering pieces of her soul.

Haddish said she remains open to motherhood, despite life’s ups and downs, including a divorce in 2013 and a public breakup with former boyfriend Common in 2021.

She has contemplated adoption and taken parenting classes in preparation for the possibility of welcoming a child into her life.

“I’m looking at, you know, [age] five and up — really like seven,” Haddish said, emphasizing her desire to let any child she may bring into her life know they are loved and cherished.

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Do not attempt to leave the dancefloor…because Beyoncé’s almost here! Yes, after getting all of Europe heated since May 2023, The Renaissance World Tour—one of the most-anticipated summer concerts and festivals of the year—is finally making its way to the New York area this summer with a pair of shows at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on Saturday, July 29 and Sunday, July 30. 

Whether you already scored Beyoncé tickets or are still desperately refreshing those third-party ticket sites, we have all the intel to get you prepped for the big show. So grab your bedazzled cowgirl hat, slap on some fringe and let the “Summer Renaissance” begin! 

What time will Beyoncé come on stage?

Studio gates open at 5:30pm for the MetLife shows on July 29 and 30, but the actual time that Queen Bey takes the stage in all of her diva glory has fluctuated throughout the Renaissance tour, with some of the North American dates starting as early as 8:30pm and others as late as 9:10pm. (For reference, this writer attended the Toronto show at Rogers Centre earlier this month, which saw Beyoncé begin performing at 8:55pm.) Our advice? Play it safe and have your butt in your seat by 8:15pm. 

What’s the full setlist?

Not every gig has been identical to the one before it, but here’s a rough framework of the songs that Mrs. Carter plays during the career-spanning set. The tracks are clustered together, with several breaks and video interludes throughout the show to give Bey enough time for her glorious costume changes. 

OVERTURE
“Dangerously in Love 2”
“Flaws and All”
“1+1” / “I’m Going Down”
“I Care”

RENAISSANCE
“I’m That Girl” 
“Cozy” 
“Alien Superstar” 
“Lift Off”

MOTHERBOARD
“Cuff It”
“Energy”
“Break My Soul”

OPULENCE
“Formation”
“Diva”
“Run the World (Girls)”
“My Power”
“Black Parade”
“Savage Remix”
“Partition”

ANOINTED
“Church Girl”
“Get Me Bodied”
“Before I Let Go”
“Rather Die Young”
“Love on Top” 
“Crazy in Love”
“Plastic Off the Sofa”
“Virgo’s Groove”
“Naughty Girl”
“Move”
“Heated”

MIND CONTROL
“America Has a Problem”
“Pure/Honey”
“Summer Renaissance”

Who is supporting Beyoncé at New York’s MetLife Stadium?

Girl, it’s Beyoncé. She is the opening act, the main act, the encore, all of the above. 

Are there any tickets left?

Yes, tickets are still available for both nights on verified ticket sellers like Ticketmaster, ranging from $300-plus for seats at the 300s level to $3,750-5,000 for the VIP section close to the stage. 

What’s MetLife Stadium’s bag policy?

There is a clear bag policy at MetLife: guests are required to carry their belongings in clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags that are 12″ x 6″ x 12″ or less in size. Smaller purses and clutch-style handbags that are 4.5″ x 6.5″ or less in size are also permitted. “All bags and other permissible items will be subject to multiple screenings prior to entering MetLife,” per the stadium. 

What time does the Beyonce concert end?

Again, just like the start time, the end time has varied throughout the tour but on average, Beyoncé performs for a hearty two-and-a-half hours each concert, which puts the end time at around 11pm.

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