6 Takeaways from Tina Knowles’ Touching Tribute to Her Daughters in Time Magazine

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Tina Knowles and her wedding party. Photo: @munaluchibride/Instagram

In honor of the impending Mother’s Day, one of the most famous stage moms of all time, Tina Knowles Lawson (she is going by her married name now, holla!), penned a tribute to not just her biological daughters Beyoncé and Solange, but also her adoptive gals Kelly Rowland and her niece, Angie. Here is the quick breakdown.

1. This family loves modern communication.  

“When I’m feeling sad or not-so-cute or maybe a little sorry for myself, and you all include me in your group chat and tell me how hot I look or how cool I am. Maybe you send me a crazy YouTube video. What actually works best is a cute photo of my grandchildren.” 

2. The girls are freewheeling in their fashion advice. 

“I remember my first date when every one of you weighed in on what I should wear.” 

3. Beyoncé is a giver. 

“I wish people could see how you are when you’re not in front of the camera or on the stage. How compassionate and kind you are to people, how you look them right in the eye when you speak to them.” 

4. Solange has always been feisty. 

“I remember you, at 10 years old, started a petition to remove a bad teacher, and your dad and I were so proud of you. I love that you do not let others define who you are, or what you are.” 

5. Kelly Rowland encourages Tina to exercise. 

“You make me want to take better care of my body and constantly motivate me to exercise and take time for myself.” 

6. She calls her niece, Angie, Olivia Pope.

“You are so smart and perceptive and you see through bulls–t right away! You’ve always had our back. Our own family fixer! You know I call you Olivia Pope!!!” 

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