Tina Knowles, Beyonce’s mother, shares her concerns about the impact of fame on her grandchildren, including Blue Ivy Carter, and how she hopes they will navigate the challenges of being a celebrity family.
Tina Knowles, the mother of Beyoncé and Solange, has expressed her concerns about the impact of fame on her grandchildren. As a grandmother to four children, including 13-year-old Blue Ivy Carter, Knowles worries that her grandchildren will be exposed to negative comments and lies about them online.
Knowles, who is also a businesswoman and fashion designer, says that for now, the children are not too exposed to the pressures of fame. However, she fears that one day they will read the ignorance and negativity that people put out there about them. ‘But one day they’ll read the ignorance that people put out there about them, the lies and all of that,’ she says.
Despite these concerns, Knowles is optimistic about her daughters’ ability to navigate the challenges of fame and maintain their relationships with their children. She praises Beyoncé and Jay-Z for spending a significant amount of time with their children and having great relationships with them. ‘The truth is they spend abnormal amount of time with their children and they have great relationships with their kids,’ she says.
Knowles also shares stories about her daughters’ childhoods, including how Beyoncé was influenced by jazz music and Solange’s talent emerged early on. She emphasizes that she didn’t push her daughters into the music industry and credits them for being talented and hardworking.
As her daughters have risen to international fame, they have had to deal with media pressure and trolling, including speculation about Beyoncé’s pregnancy with Blue Ivy. Knowles says that her daughters are astute at blocking out negativity and focus on their own lives. ‘They are very sensible people with balance in their life,’ she says.
Knowles’ new memoir, Matriarch, covers her childhood in Texas, her daughters’ rise to fame, and her later years as a grandmother. The book also delves into her experiences with breast cancer and her faith’s role in carrying her through the diagnosis.
As for what’s next for this family of superstars, Knowles is optimistic about her daughters’ future endeavors. She says that the sky’s the limit when it comes to what they might do next. As for her grandchildren, she wants them to be nurtured in anything they want to pursue, but not pushed into show business.
Knowles has already seen Blue Ivy make strides in her career, including voicing a character in The Lion King prequel and performing alongside her mother on the Renaissance tour. However, Knowles emphasizes that her grandchildren’s success is not solely dependent on their family connections. ‘That’s first priority,’ she says.
Born on January 7, 2012, Blue Ivy Carter is the eldest child of Beyoncé and Jay-Z.
At just two years old, she made her music debut on her parents' song 'Glory.' The powerful ballad addressed postpartum depression and racism in the medical field.
In 2019, Blue Ivy became the youngest artist to feature on a Billboard Hot 100 chart with her guest appearance on 'Spirit,' from the Disney movie 'The Lion King.' She has also been involved in various charity initiatives alongside her parents.
Matriarch: A Memoir by Tina Knowles is out now, offering a glimpse into the life of this remarkable woman and her family. As Knowles shares her story, it becomes clear that her greatest concern is not about fame or success but about protecting her loved ones from harm and ensuring they grow up to be their best selves.
Tina Knowles, born Mathew Knowles' wife, is a renowned music executive, fashion designer, and entrepreneur.
She co-founded the entertainment company Music World Entertainment with her husband.
Tina has been a key figure in launching the careers of several notable artists, including Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland.
Known for her stunning designs, Tina's House of Dereon clothing line was launched in 2005.
She is also a devoted mother to Solange and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter.
