Mathew Knowles has become introspective as the 20th anniversary of the group’s final album, Destiny Fulfilled, approaches. He penned an open letter for Women’s History Month to Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams, on Monday (Mar. 18)—praising and commemorating their journey together.
“It is hard to believe that it has been almost 25 years since we began this journey this June,” wrote the 72-year-old. “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.”
Knowles continued, “Beyoncé, Kelly, and Michelle, on this Women’s Month, I wanted to take a moment to express my admiration for the incredible talent, hard work, and dedication that each of you have poured into your craft. Your relentless pursuit of excellence and unwavering trust in each other have undoubtedly propelled you to become the number one female group of all time […] I am immensely proud of all that you have achieved individually and collectively. Your legacy will forever live on, continuing to inspire generations to come.”
He later dispelled rumors that the trio broke up and issued a request for them to reunite.
“Many have gotten it wrong that Destiny’s Child broke up,” concluded the father of three. “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!!”
This isn’t the first time Knowles has hinted at a Destiny’s Child reunion. Last May, he told Entertainment Tonight, “It’s a decision that the ladies would have to make and I would certainly, certainly support that decision as I still manage Destiny’s Child. I would love to see that, as well.”
He also hoped that the trio would give fans one more album, but it’s been made clear that the women are fully committed to their solo endeavors. We at least hope they will commemorate the upcoming anniversaries of Destiny Fulfilled and The Writing’s On The Wall in some way later this year.
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