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Jay-Z Makes First Appearance Since Blue Ivy's Birth (VIDEO)

Jay-Z Makes First Appearance Since Blue Ivy's Birth

For a new dad Jay-Z didn't look too sleep deprived at the grand re-opening of his New York City hotspot, The 40/40 Club.

On Wednesday night, the 42-year-old rapper made his first public appearance since he and Beyonce welcomed baby daughter Blue Ivy into the world on Jan. 8.

Us Weekly reports Jay was "bum-rushed by reporters, photographers and well-wishers on the red carpet," and thanked everyone for their kind words.

Inside the club at West 25th Street and Broadway, the rapper and club owner was greeted by famous friends offering their congratulations. The guest list included Ashanti, Russell Simmos, Spike Lee, Questlove and even billionaire Warren Buffett, reports E! News.

Although Beyonce wasn't in attendance -- likely at home with baby Blue -- that didn't stop Jay-Z from celebrating with shots of Patron and flutes of Ace of Spades champagne. The proud papa was spotted pulling out his phone and showing photos to his friends, who were giving him hugs and high-fives.

We can't wait until the whole family makes their public debut!

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INGLEWOOD, CA - AUGUST 24: Jay-Z, Beyonce and Blue Ivy Carter onstage at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards at The Forum on August 24, 2014 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) (credit:Jason LaVeris via Getty Images)
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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - JULY 11: Jay-Z and Beyonce perform during the 'On The Run Tour: Beyonce And Jay-Z' at MetLife Stadium on July 11, 2014 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment) (credit:Kevin Mazur via Getty Images)
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HOUSTON, TX - JULY 18: Jay-Z and Beyonce perform during the 'On The Run Tour: Beyonce And Jay-Z' at Minute Maid Park on July 18, 2014 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Larry Busacca/PW/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment) (credit:Larry Busacca/PW via Getty Images)
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HOUSTON, TX - JULY 18: Beyonce and Jay-Z perform during the 'On The Run Tour: Beyonce And Jay-Z' at Minute Maid Park on July 18, 2014 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Larry Busacca/PW/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment) (credit:Larry Busacca/PW via Getty Images)
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CHICAGO, IL - JULY 24: Jay-Z (L) and Beyonce perform onstage during the 'On The Run Tour: Beyonce And Jay-Z' at Soldier Field on July 24, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Larry Busacca/PW/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment) (credit:Larry Busacca/PW via Getty Images)
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PASADENA, CA - AUGUST 02: Jay-Z (L) and Beyonce perform during the 'On The Run Tour: Beyonce And Jay-Z' at the Rose Bowl on August 2, 2014 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Larry Busacca/PW/WireImage for Parkwood Entertainment) (credit:Larry Busacca/PW via Getty Images)
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