Beyoncé

Cast · Director · Writer

Born

September 4, 1981 · Houston, Texas, USA

Birth name

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles

Beyoncé Giselle Knowles was born on September 4, 1981 in Houston, Texas. Her mom, Tina Knowles, designs her glittering costumes & her dad, Mathew Knowles manages Destiny's Child. Solange, her sister (they're 4 years apart), has released her debut album. She dances with her sister during DC-3 concerts. Beyoncé is of African-American and Louisiana Creole descent. She and her group were discovered by Whitney Houston. One of her favorite songs is "Lovefool" by The Cardigans. Her favorite item of clothing is a pair of path work metallic boots. She writes & produces many of the group's songs, including smash hits "Jumpin Jumpin", "Bootylicious", "Nasty Girl", "Independent Women", "Happy Face" and "Apple Pie a la mode".