Beyoncé

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles was born on September 4, 1981, in Houston, Texas, to Mathew Knowles, an African-American Xerox salesman, and Tina Knowles, a Louisiana Creole owner of a successful hair salon, growing up in a wealthy family. Influenced by artists like Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Aretha Franklin, her singing talent emerged early; by elementary school, she performed publicly, leading her father to quit his job and manage her career. She attended St. Mary's Montessori School, Parker Elementary, Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, and Alief Elsik High School, honing her skills amid rigorous training. In her teens, Beyoncé fronted girl groups, culminating in Destiny's Child's 1997 debut with 'No, No, No,' which became one of history's top girl groups under her father's management. The group achieved massive success before she transitioned solo in the early 2000s, releasing albums that blended R&B, pop, and innovation, establishing her as a global superstar. She expanded into acting, fashion design, and entrepreneurship, marrying rapper Jay-Z on April 4, 2008; they have children, and her sister is Solange Knowles (born 1986). Beyoncé's career evolved with self-titled visual albums, genre-defying works like Cowboy Carter (2024), and massive tours, including the 32-night Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour ending in 2025. Standing at 170 cm, she has redefined cultural influence through business ventures and advocacy, earning the nickname 'Queen Bey' for her diva status and resilience.