Beyoncé's mother, Tina Knowles, has come to her daughter's defense following accusations of skin lightening that arose after the singer's appearance at the premiere of her film, Renaissance. The Grammy-winning artist was seen with platinum blonde hair and a silver dress, a look that sparked a wave of criticism on social media, with some users suggesting she was trying to appear white.
In response to these allegations, Tina Knowles took to Instagram to refute the claims, stating that the silver theme was part of the film's concept and not an attempt to alter her daughter's skin tone. She also criticized a US news outlet for contacting Beyoncé's hairstylist for a statement about the allegations, a move she deemed unnecessary.
The film Renaissance: A Film By Beyonce charts the singer's 39-date world tour of her 2022 Grammy-winning album. The premiere's silver theme was reflected in Beyoncé's outfit, a silver gown from Versace, and her platinum hair.
The accusations and subsequent defense have sparked reactions from other celebrities as well. Figures including Cynthia Erivo, Octavia Spencer, and Keke Palmer have expressed support for Tina Knowles' comments.
Beyoncé's commitment to celebrating blackness has been evident in her work, notably in her song 'Brown Skin Girl', which was part of the soundtrack for The Lion King: The Gift. The song is a celebration of blackness, further contradicting the accusations of skin lightening.