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Jay-Z spends night at his club without Beyonce

Rapper hosts re-opening of his New York City venue, leaving wife and baby at home

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Jay-Z may have left his wife Beyonce at home with their newborn Blue Ivy, but sources say he behaved himself at the re-opening of his 40/40 club in New York City.
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updated 1/19/2012 7:28:59 AM ET 2012-01-19T12:28:59

Diapers to Dom? No prob for Jay-Z!

The rapper made his first post-Blue Ivy appearance Wednesday night at the grand reopening of his 40/40 club in New York City.

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While Jay passed on the press line, we did get a chance to tell him congratulations on his and Beyonce's latest and greatest coproduction.

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"Thank you," he answered with that new dad grin.

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Beyonce didn't make it out (we'll have to wait to see her undoubtedly amazing post-baby bod!) and presumably stayed home with baby Blue.

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But does she need to worry about her hubby's behavior in the club when she's not there?

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Not one bit! While Jay was definitely in good company (Ashanti, Spike Lee, Questlove, Warren Buffett, members of the New York Yankees and more stars came out for 40/40's big night), he mostly enjoyed the company of male friends in private areas of the crowded club.

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At one point, a beaming Jay showed a pal some pictures on his phone. He grinned ear to ear as he scrolled through the pics.

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Our guess is that this proud papa was thinking of Blue Ivy on his big night on the town!

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  1. Reunited, and it feels so good

    Beyonce reunited with her 1990s band, Destiny's Child, in a much-buzzed-about concert at halftime of the Super Bowl in New Orleans on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013. (Jeff Haynes / Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation
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  2. Not G-rated?

    Beyonce's sexy black leather costume and risque performance at the 2013 Super Bowl halftime show resulted in complaints from some who wanted a more family-friendly show. (Chris Graythen / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  3. Any questions?

    After taking heat for lip-syncing at the 2013 presidential inauguration, Beyonce held a press conference before the Super Bowl and sang the national anthem live to prove she could do it. (Christopher Polk / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  4. Hail to the chief

    President Barack Obama listens as Beyonce sings the national anthem during his inauguration on Jan. 21, 2013, in Washington. She would later be criticized for not singing live. (Carolyn Kaster / AP) Back to slideshow navigation

  5. Guests of the president

    Jay-Z and Beyonce arrive for the presidential inauguration in Washington on Jan. 21, 2013. (Pool / Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation
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  6. Post-baby body

    Beyonce appears on the February 2013 cover of GQ. The magazine didn't even send teaser quotes for the accompanying article's press release, saying only: "We promise it will just get better." (Terry Richardson / GQ) Back to slideshow navigation
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  7. Pepsi payday

    Beyonce, who signed a $50 million deal with Pepsi, takes part in a publicity photo shoot at Canoe Studios in New York in October 2012. This image will appear as life-size promos in stores as an extension of the brand’s "Live For Now" campaign. Through a photo contest, 100 fans will join Beyonce onstage during the singer’s halftime show performance at the 2013 Super Bowl on Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (Patrick Demarchelier / Pepsi via AP) Back to slideshow navigation

  8. Face to lace

    Beyonce attends the Costume Institute Gala celebration at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on May 7, 2012. (Larry Busacca / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  9. Top of her class

    Beyonce appears on the cover of People magazine as the world's most beautiful woman on April 25, 2012.

    "I feel more beautiful than I've ever felt because I've given birth. I have never felt so connected, never felt like I had such a purpose on this earth," Beyonce told People in an interview for the issue. (People) Back to slideshow navigation
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  10. Hoopin' it up

    Beyonce and husband Jay-Z attend an NBA game between the New York Knicks and Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden in New York on April 15, 2012. (James Devaney / WireImage) Back to slideshow navigation
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  11. Style child

    Beyonce is seen carrying her 3-month-old daughter Blue Ivy Carter in what looks like a faux-fur wrap in New York on March 27, 2012. (Jackson Lee / Splash News) Back to slideshow navigation
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  12. Back in the spotlight

    Beyonce steps out for the first time after giving birth for the party following Jay-Z's concert at Carnegie Hall to benefit The United Way of New York and the Shawn Carter Foundation at the 40 / 40 Club on Feb. 6, 2012. (Kevin Mazur / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  13. Her Blue heaven

    Beyonce's daughter Blue Ivy Carter made her debut on Feb. 10, 2012. Jay-Z and Beyonce took to the Internet to introduce their month-old daughter to their fans on the web page helloblueivycarter.tumblr.com. "We welcome you to share our joy," the couple wrote of their first child together. (helloblueivycarter.tumblr.com) Back to slideshow navigation

  14. All the elements

    A pregnant Beyonce attends a special screening of "Beyonce Live at Roseland: The Elements of 4" at the Paris Theatre in New York on Nov. 20, 2011. (Evan Agostini / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  15. Finger on the pulse of fragrance

    Beyonce attends the party for the launch of her fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Penthouse at Dream Downtown on Sept. 21, 2011, in New York. (Mike Coppola / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  16. Fashion-forward family

    Beyonce walks with her mother, Tina Knowles, as they launch their fashion collection, House of Dereon, in London on Sept. 17, 2011. (Jonathan Short / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  17. Baby on the way

    Beyonce revealed her pregnancy at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards. (Danny Moloshok / Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation
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  18. Youth movement

    Surrounded by young fans, Beyonce makes an appearance at Target in New York to promote dance on Thursday, June 30, 2011. (Evan Agostini / AP) Back to slideshow navigation

  19. British invasion

    Beyonce headlines the Pyramid stage on the fourth and final day of the 2011 Glastonbury Festival in England on June 26, 2011. (Tabatha Fireman / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation

  20. Power trio

    Oprah Winfrey greets Beyonce and Madonna during the taping of "Oprah's Surprise Spectacular" in Chicago on May 17, 2011. Winfrey kicked off one of her last-ever national talk shows on Tuesday with hugs from celebrities in a packed Chicago arena. (John Gress / Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation
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  21. Costume gala

    Beyonce arrives for the annual Costume Institute Gala Benefit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on May 2, 2011. (Justin Lane / EPA) Back to slideshow navigation
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  22. 'Idol' fun

    Beyonce and the six female "American Idol" finalists perform onstage during the "Idol" finale in Los Angeles on May 25, 2011. (Kevin Winter / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation

  23. Vegas, baby

    Beyonce performs onstage during the 2011 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 22, 2011 in Las Vegas. (Ethan Miller / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation

  24. Rising above

    Recording artist Beyonce attends the unveiling of the Beyonce Cosmetology Center at the nonprofit Phoenix House on March 5, 2010 in New York. The program helps women who are seeking treatment for addiction learn beauty skills. (Jason Kempin / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  25. Courtside

    Beyonce and husband Jay-Z, part owner of the New Jersey Nets, sit courtside during a game between the Nets and the Phoenix Suns in Newark, N.J. on Monday, Feb. 28, 2011. The Suns won 104-103 in overtime. (Julio Cortez / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  26. Heat is on

    Beyonce launches her new fragrance "Heat" at Macy's Herald Square in New York on February 3, 2010. (Jemal Countess / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  27. Her big night

    Beyonce Knowles accepts the best female pop vocal performance award during the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards held at Staples Center in Los Angeles on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010. (Kevin Winter / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  28. Pay attention, single ladies

    Beyonce performs at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010. (Robyn Beck / AFP - Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation

  29. Helping hand

    Chris Martin of Coldplay, left, and Beyonce are shown at the "Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief," in London on Friday, Jan. 22, 2010. (Mj Kim / Hope for Haiti Now via AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  30. Taking Berlin

    Beyonce holds one of three awards she received during the MTV Europe Music Awards at the O2 World arena in Berlin on Nov. 5, 2009. (Rainer Jensen / EPA) Back to slideshow navigation

  31. What a woman

    Beyonce receives the "Woman of the Year award" at Billboard's 4th Annual Women In Music event at The Pierre Hotel in New York on Oct. 2, 2009. (Jemal Countess / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  32. Follow her moves

    Beyonce performs during the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York on Sept. 13, 2009. (Christopher Polk / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation

  33. As you were saying ...

    Taylor Swift, right, finishes her previously interrupted acceptance speech for best female video as Beyonce watches at the MTV Video Music Awards in New York on Sept. 13, 2009. Beyonce had been announced as the winner of the award for video of the year and called Swift back to the stage to finish a speech which had been cut off by Kanye West. (Gary Hershorn / Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation
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  34. 'Obsessed' with acting

    Beyonce stars as the wife of a successful asset manager, played by Idris Elba, in the new film "Obsessed." Elba's character is stalked by a new office temp, played by Ali Larter, in the thriller with "Fatal Attraction" written all over it. (Sony) Back to slideshow navigation
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  35. Putting on her top hat

    Beyonce performs during the 81st Annual Academy Awards at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood, Calif., on Feb. 22, 2009. (EPA) Back to slideshow navigation
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  36. Always a splash

    Beyonce sports a black and gold mermaid-style gown upon arrival at the 81st Academy Awards in Hollywood, Calif., on Feb. 22. (Jason Reed / Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation
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  37. All about Image

    Beyonce accepts the award for outstanding female artist at the 40th NAACP Image Awards on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 in Los Angeles. (Chris Pizzello / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  38. 'At Last' indeed

    President Barack Obama, left, and first lady Michelle Obama wave to Beyonce after their first dance together at the Neighborhood Inaugural Ball in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Jan. 20. The singer performed the Etta James classic "At Last." (Elise Amendola / AP) Back to slideshow navigation

  39. Braving the cold

    Beyonce and Jay-Z attend the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 20, in Washington, D.C. (Timothy A. Clary / AFP - Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  40. Stars of all stripes

    Beyonce performs during the "We Are One: Opening Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial" in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, Jan. 18. (Alex Brandon / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  41. Oh, 'Boy'

    Beyonce performs her song "If I Were a Boy" at the 40 Principales Awards 2008 at Palacio de los Deportes in Madrid, Spain, on Dec. 12, 2008. (Carlos Alvarez / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  42. Just Fierce

    Beyonce performs on the TODAY show in New York's Rockefeller Center on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008. She sang "If I Were a Boy," "Single Ladies," "At Last" and "Crazy in Love." Her third studio album, "I Am Sasha Fierce," hit No. 1 on the Billboard charts that morning. (Richard Drew / AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  43. Smile, wave, repeat

    Beyonce arrives at the premiere of "Cadillac Records" in Los Angeles on Monday, Nov. 24, 2008. (Matt Sayles / AP) Back to slideshow navigation

  44. Channeling Etta

    Beyonce portrays Etta James in a scene from "Cadillac Records." The singer was nominated for a Golden Globe for best original song for "Once in a Lifetime" from the film. (TriStar via AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  45. 'B'Day' present

    Beyonce poses with her trophy for Best Contemporary R&B Album at the 49th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 11, 2007. Her second studio album, "B'Day," was released on Sept. 5, 2006, to coincide with the celebration of her 25th birthday. (Gabriel Bouys / AFP - Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  46. Holding Court

    Beyonce performs on stage during the 2006 World Music Awards at Earls Court in London on Nov. 15, 2006. (Getty Images / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation

  47. Dreamgirl

    Beyonce arrives at the premiere of "Dreamgirls" in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Dec. 11, 2006. Her character in the film, Deena Jones, was based on Diana Ross from the Motown female group The Supremes. (Matt Sayles / AP) Back to slideshow navigation

  48. Girl power

    Anika Noni Rose, Knowles and Jennifer Hudson, from left, perform as a 60s girl group in "Dreamgirls." The film received five Golden Globe nominations in 2006, including a best actress nomination for Beyonce. (DreamWorks Pictures via Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation

  49. Hair-raising performance

    Beyonce shows off her moves at the World Music Awards at Earl's Court in London on Nov. 15, 2006. (Kieran Doherty / Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation
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  50. Pretty in pink

    In 2006, the pop diva starred in the remake of "The Pink Panther," alongside Jean Reno, left, and Steve Martin. (Columbia Pictures) Back to slideshow navigation

  51. 'Crazy in Love'

    Beyonce and Jay Z arrive at the 77th Annual Academy Awards at the Kodak Theater on Feb. 27, 2005, in Hollywood, Calif. The singer has remained mostly private about her relationship with the rapper, who she married on April 4, 2008, in New York City. (Carlo Allegri / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  52. Final bow

    On June 13, 2005, Destiny's Child announced that they would disband after their world tour ended in September. In Oct. 2005, the group released their final album, "#1's," including all of Destiny's Child's No. 1 hits and most of their well-known songs. (Joerg Koch / AFP - Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation

  53. Sweet smell of success

    The singer-turned-perfumier introduced her new women's fragrance, True Star, at the Macy's in Herald Square in New York City on Oct. 22, 2004. (Brad Barket / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  54. Golden girl

    In 2003, Beyonce released her debut solo album, "Dangerously in Love." She was one of the biggest-selling artists of 2003, and received the 2004 Sammy Davis Jr. Award for Entertainer of the Year at the 18th Annual Soul Train Music Awards. (Kevin Winter / Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation
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  55. Screen star

    In 2003, Beyonce starred opposite Cuba Gooding, Jr. in the film "The Fighting Temptations," and recorded a song for it called "Fighting Temptation," alongside female rappers Missy Elliott, MC Lyte and Free. (Paramount Pictures) Back to slideshow navigation

  56. 'Pop' star

    Beyonce replaced Britney Spears as Pepsi's spokeswoman in 2002. She is "a multi-talented entertainer who has achieved tremendous success and popularity in both music and movies," Dave Burwick, senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Pepsi-Cola North America said. (Chris Casaburi / Pepsi via AP) Back to slideshow navigation
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  57. 'Foxxy' lady

    In 2002, Beyonce went from the concert stage to the big screen, co-starring in the film "Austin Powers in Goldmember," playing Foxxy Cleopatra opposite Mike Myers and Michael Caine. She also recorded the song "Work It Out" for the film's soundtrack. (New Line Cinema) Back to slideshow navigation

  58. United front

    Destiny's Child performs during the "United We Stand" benefit concert at RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 21, 2001. The group's hit singles included "Independent Women Part I," "Bootylicious" and "Survivor." (Molly Riley / Reuters) Back to slideshow navigation

  59. 'Destiny' calling

    Beyonce began her musical career as part of the R&B girl group Destiny's Child in 1998. After much-publicized turmoil and various reincarnations of the act, the trio of Kelly Rowland, Knowles and Michelle Williams, from left, became one of the most successful pop groups of the early 2000s. (Lucy Nicholson / AFP - Getty Images) Back to slideshow navigation

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