When was Beyoncé born?

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

Her full name is Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter. She grew up in Houston with her parents, Mathew Knowles and Tina Knowles, and her younger sister, Solange Knowles.

Beyoncé began performing publicly as a child and competed in talent shows before joining a singing group that eventually became Destiny’s Child. Her early training included singing and dancing, experiences that shaped her later stage performances.

Some biographies mistakenly give only the year of her birth, while others confuse her birthday with dates associated with album releases or major performances. September 4 is also frequently celebrated by fans through annual tributes and social-media events.