When was Beyoncé born in Houston, Texas?

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Beyoncé was born in Houston, Texas, on September 4, 1981.

Her full name is Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter, and she grew up in Houston with her parents, Mathew Knowles and Tina Knowles. Her younger sister, Solange, also became a recording artist.

Beyoncé began performing as a child and entered talent competitions before joining the group that became Destiny’s Child. That early experience helped establish her as a singer, dancer, and performer before her solo career began.

Some profiles list only the year of her birth, while others include the full date. The date is also separate from her professional milestone dates, including Destiny’s Child’s breakthrough and her later solo releases.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Oct. 2026

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