Destiny's Child Biography

American R&B girl group that became one of the best-selling female groups in historyFormed in Houston (1990) by Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, LaTavia Roberson, and LeToya Luckett. Achieved global fame with hits like 'Say My Name' and 'Survivor'. Underwent major lineup changes before disbanding in 2006. Sold over 60 million records worldwide.
  • Original name was Girl's Tyme, formed by Beyoncé's father Mathew Knowles who managed the group through its evolution
  • High-profile 2000 lawsuit: Roberson and Luckett sued for misrepresentation after being replaced by Michelle Williams and Farrah Franklin without notification
  • Franklin quit after 5 months citing media pressure, leaving the iconic trio lineup (Beyoncé, Rowland, Williams) for their most successful era
  • 2001 'Survivor' album title referenced member departures, sparking public feuds and lyrical responses from former members
  • Temporary 2004 hiatus for solo projects preceded final disbandment in 2006 after Beyoncé's solo breakthrough