Beyoncé's father is Mathew Knowles, who remains alive as of the latest verified information. He was born on June 2, 1952, and is best known as the longtime manager of Destiny's Child and, later, his daughter Beyoncé. There have been periodic online rumors about his health or death, but credible sources have not confirmed any such event. The following details his background, career, and enduring influence on the careers of the women in his family.
