Beyoncé scored a major accomplishment on December 3 when she was crowned the Greatest Pop Star of the Century. Billboard. Now, her mother, Tina Knowles, has responded to the achievement.
Momma Knowles was approached by TMZ during a night out and asked about her eldest daughter’s achievements. While she said it was great to see her daughter being recognized, she also made it clear that this is just another day for her global superstar daughter.
“It’s amazing. That’s amazing,” she told the outlet when asked about the epic achievement.
Knowles was then asked if her family was familiar with those awards.
“Yes,” she said in a simple answer.
While being questioned by TMZ, Knowles also shared a bit about what fans can expect from Beyoncé’s halftime performance when she takes the stage as the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens battle it out on Saturday. Christmas Day.
“Excellent,” Knowles replied frankly.
The singer’s mother isn’t the only one speaking out about her latest achievement. Beyoncé’s father, Matthew Knowles, shared that his daughter “means a lot” in a message posted to X after learning of his daughter’s achievements.
“Beyoncé grew up very shy. But as soon as she started singing, it was like another person appeared and we knew from a very young age that she was destined to pursue her passion for music.” music. She turned everyone around her into a believer.” with her determination, work ethic, stage presence and talent,” he began.
“Beyoncé, I’m so proud of you. He’s one of your biggest differences, but I sit here not surprised because I knew you were meant to be great from the moment I held you in my arms for the first time! Congratulations on being named #1 artist of the 21st century on Billboard and using your voice to inspire millions around the world, Dad,” he tweeted. end.
Beyoncé grew up very shy.
However, as soon as she started singing, it was as if another person emerged and we knew from a very young age that she was destined to pursue her passion for music.
She has turned everyone around her into believers through her determination, work ethic,… pic.twitter.com/mR79KAil0H
– Mathew Knowledge (@MathewKnowles) December 3, 2024
Beyoncé surpassed Taylor Swift, who ranked No. 2 on Billboard’s list, to be named the Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century. After the decision was made, Swift’s fans were shocked. angered by the choice as many of them pointed to Swift’s superior sales and streaming figures as proof that she deserved the spot.
However, Billboard have since responded to fans by sharing their own statement on why they chose Beyoncé over Swift.
“While Taylor Swift is the biggest pop star of the century by the numbers — from album sales to streaming to tour dominance — our editors chose Beyoncé is the #1 Greatest Pop Star of the Century, based on her 25 years of influence, evolution and impact,” the outlet said.
The full list of top 10 stars has been announced and you can see it below:
- Beyoncé
- Taylor Swift
- Rihanna
- Drake
- Lady Gaga
- Britney Spears
- Kanye West
- Justin Bieber
- Ariana Grande
- Adele
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