Singer, Songwriter · United States
Beyoncé
Beyoncé is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame with Destiny's Child and became one of the most awarded artists in Grammy history.
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1981 — 2003Career timeline
- 1981
Born in Houston, Texas
- 2003
Releases debut solo album Dangerously in Love
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Updated September 13, 2026Biography
Career
Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter first gained fame as the lead singer of Destiny's Child before launching a hugely successful solo career with albums including Dangerously in Love, Lemonade, and Renaissance. She holds the record for the most Grammy Awards won by any artist.
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Common questionsFrequently asked
Which group did Beyoncé start with?
She first rose to fame as the lead singer of Destiny's Child.
