Beyoncé‘s father Mathew Knowles has shared an open letter to Destiny’s Child, giving them their flowers as the group approaches the 25-year anniversary since their debut.
Taking to Instagram on Monday (March 18), he shouted out his daughter, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams and showered them with praise, though he did not acknowledge former DC members LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Roberson.
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“It is hard to believe that it has been almost 25 years since we began this journey this June,” he began. “You were just young teenagers with a dream to be the best in the world and you accomplished your dream. I thank you for your trust that you gave me to help create and facilitate your amazing journey.”
He continued: “I want to acknowledge all the many young artists and dancers from Girls Tyme to Destiny’s Child who were in some way part of the journey as well as the former managers who were there with Girls Tyme before me.”
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He went on to dispel the rumors that the ladies have split while encouraging them to come out of retirement.
“Many have gotten it wrong that Destiny’s Child broke up,” the 72-year-old concluded. “No, you were smarter than that and you always knew that one day Destiny’s Child would retire on top!! Hopefully, one day you come out of retirement!!”
Read the letter in full below:
Mathew Knowles has been expressing his gratitude for his loved ones. Just last week, Grandpa Knowles shared some words of praise and encouragement about his daughter’s first-born, Blue Ivy.
“I remember coming back stage in London to the Renaissance concert and asking about you,” he began.
“Beyoncé replied ‘she is there rehearsing’ and then I understood why because one of your friends had commented negatively about your first performance on the tour. In that moment I was so proud that you wanted to put in the work to get better.”
He added: “I want to take a moment to appreciate the amazing determination and willingness to learn that you displayed. Your excitement for life and your eagerness to soak up knowledge and new experiences is truly inspiring. You have already shown the world that you are a force to be reckoned with, and I have no doubt that one day you will continue to astound us all.
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“It’s clear that you have an extraordinary Knowles spirit, and I am confident that you will find your true passion in life,” he added, before continuing on to encourage Blue to chase her dreams.”
Read the full message here.
