Tina Knowles Reveals Fierce Fight to Shield Beyoncé’s Kids

Tina Knowles Opens Up About Protecting Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Children From Fame in New Memoir “Matriarch”

In a candid new interview promoting her memoir, Matriarch, Tina Knowles, a well-known fashion designer, businesswoman, and mother to international superstars Beyoncé and Solange Knowles, expressed her deep worries about the impact of celebrity on her grandchildren. In the open discussion, she worries about the potential effects of Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s heavy public attention on their kids, who are 13-year-old Blue Ivy and 7-year-old twins Sir and Rumi.

Knowles, 71, is no stranger to the pressures of celebrity culture. Despite her pride in her grandchildren, she admits, “If I had my way, they wouldn’t have to deal with the things they’re going to face growing up in the public eye.” Though she notes the children are somewhat shielded from the media frenzy for now, she worries about the long-term psychological impact of misinformation and online criticism. “One day they’ll read the lies and ignorance out there—and yes, I worry,” she adds.

Still, Tina praises her daughter Beyoncé and son-in-law Jay-Z for their devoted parenting. “They spend an abnormal amount of time with their children,” she says. “They’re hands-on, grounded, and absolutely amazing parents.”

Her recent book, Matriarch, chronicles her journey as a proud grandmother, her upbringing in segregated 1950s Texas, and the nurturing of two children who would go on to become famous. She talks about her recent fight with breast cancer and her strong relationship with Blue Ivy, whom she lovingly calls her “beauty guru” and, in jest, her “manager” because of the teen’s audacious nature. Beyoncé and Solange’s early years are also revisited in the memoir, emphasizing their love of music, grounded upbringing, and fortitude in the face of public criticism. Knowles emphasizes that her girls followed music naturally, driven by their own passion and talent, and that she never pushed them into the spotlight.

In addition, Tina discusses Beyoncé’s most recent accomplishments, such as her Grammy-winning album Cowboy Carter, which explores Black roots in country music. “It’s in her blood,” Knowles says, praising her daughter’s freedom to experiment with different musical styles. She is free to create any kind of music.

Looking ahead, Knowles expresses expectations for film adaptation of Matriarch, influenced by biopics like The Jacksons: An American Dream. She is still open to witnessing her family’s experience on the big screen, even if she is wary of reality shows. What about the future of her grandchildren? “Unless they want to be, they’re being raised to be the best versions of themselves, not to be performers,” she explains. The next generation of Knowles-Carter talent is undoubtedly on the rise, though, as Blue Ivy is already making waves in both music and film..

Matriarch: A Memoir by Tina Knowles is available now, offering a powerful glimpse into one of music’s most iconic families.

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Source: BBC News