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Tina Knowles Defends Beyoncé Against Accusations of Skin Lightening

The criticism followed Beyoncé's silver-themed appearance at the premiere of her film 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé'.

  • Beyoncé's mother, Tina Knowles, defends her daughter against accusations of skin lightening following the premiere of 'Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé'.
  • Knowles took to social media to dismiss 'ignorant' comments suggesting that Beyoncé had altered her looks to appear white for the film's premiere.
  • The criticism arose after Beyoncé appeared at the premiere with long platinum hair and a shimmery silver Versace gown, in line with the film's silver theme.
  • Knowles also criticized TMZ for reaching out to Beyoncé's hairstylist for comment on the backlash, calling it an entitled discussion of her daughter's blackness.
  • The 'Renaissance' film, set to hit theaters on December 1, provides a behind-the-scenes look at Beyoncé's world tour, celebrated for its homage to Black queer communities, dance music, and ballroom culture.
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