Beyoncé Criticised For Playing Al-Gaddafi Gig

Beyoncé has come under fire for performing a private New Year's show for the 33-year-old son of controversial Libyan leader Muammar al-Gaddafi. The singer was reportedly paid $2 million to sing at the concert which took place at the Nikki Beach nightclub in St. Bart's.

The "Single Ladies" singer has come under fire for performing for Moatessem-Billah Gaddafi , who is also known as Hannibal, because of his history of alleged violence toward women. Critics say that playing the gig goes against Beyoncé's image as a positive role model for women.

Spinner.com reports that Hannibal was arrested for punching a woman in 2005. His wife was also sent to the hospital with a broken nose on Christmas Day after police were called when screams were heard coming from his hotel room.
Beyoncé performed five songs at the concert, which was also attended by Lindsay Lohan, Usher, Jon Bon Jovi and model Victoria Silvstedt.

Beyoncé's husband, Jay-Z, was also in the audience. Guests allegedly paid £7,500 per table.