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Kelly Rowland
Born
Kelendria Trene Rowland

(1981-02-11) February 11, 1981 (age 45)
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Occupation(s)Vocalist, actress, television personality
Years active1990s–present
Known forMember of Destiny's Child, solo music career, television judge and coach roles

Kelendria Trene Rowland (born February 11, 1981) is an American vocalist, actress, and television personality. She rose to prominence in the late 1990s as a member of Destiny's Child, one of the best-selling girl groups globally. During the group's break, Rowland launched her solo career with the album Simply Deep (2002), which entered the UK Albums Chart at number one and has sold over 3 million copies worldwide. The album featured the chart-topping single on the Billboard Hot 100 "Dilemma" (a collaboration with Nelly), alongside UK top-five hits such as "Stole" and "Can't Nobody". In addition to music, Rowland appeared in movies including Freddy vs. Jason (2003) and The Seat Filler (2005).

Following Destiny's Child's disbandment in 2006, Rowland released her sophomore album, Ms. Kelly (2007), which yielded international top-ten singles like "Like This" featuring Eve, and "Work". In 2009, she hosted the inaugural season of The Fashion Show, and collaborated on David Guetta’s number-one hit "When Love Takes Over". This success inspired her to delve into electronic dance music with her third studio album, Here I Am (2011), featuring UK top-ten tracks such as "Commander" with Guetta, "Down for Whatever", "What a Feeling", and the electro-R&B single "Motivation" featuring Lil Wayne. Her fourth album, Talk a Good Game (2013), marked her third entry into the US Billboard 200 top ten.

Rowland has held judging roles on The X Factor UK (2011) and The X Factor USA (2013), hosted Chasing Destiny in 2016, and served as a coach on The Voice Australia from 2017 to 2020. She is scheduled to join as a coach on The Voice UK in 2026. Notably, she played a significant role in creating the girl groups Little Mix and June's Diary through her television projects.

Throughout her career, Rowland has sold over 40 million records as a solo artist and approximately 60 million with Destiny's Child. Her achievements include four Grammy Awards, one Billboard Music Award, and two Soul Train Music Awards. She also shares a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame with Destiny's Child and has been honored by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers and Essence. In 2014, Fuse ranked her twentieth among the "100 Most Award-Winning Artists."

Early life

Born Kelendria Trene Rowland on February 11, 1981, in Atlanta, Georgia, she is the daughter of Doris Rowland-Garrison and Christopher Lovett. She has an elder brother named Orlando. When Rowland was seven years old, her mother left their abusive father, prompting their move to Houston. There, she eventually lived with fellow Destiny's Child member Beyoncé, affectionately calling Beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles "Mama T."

In the early 1990s, Rowland joined forces with Beyoncé, Tamar Davis, and LaTavia Roberson to form the girl group Girl's Tyme. They competed on the nationally broadcast talent show Star Search, where they were defeated by Skeleton Crew. Subsequently, Beyoncé’s father Mathew Knowles streamlined the group into a quartet by adding LeToya Luckett and took on management duties.

By 1995, they had signed with Elektra Records, though their contract was terminated within months. D'wayne Wiggins briefly signed them to his label while they went through several name changes—including Dolls, Something Fresh, Cliché, and Destiny—before finally adopting the name Destiny's Child. The group then secured a deal with Columbia Records, performing as opening acts for established R&B artists such as SWV, Dru Hill, and Immature.

1997–2001: Destiny's Child

After signing with Columbia Records in 1997, the ensemble adopted the name Destiny's Child, drawing inspiration from the Biblical Book of Isaiah. That same year, they contributed "Killing Time" to the Men in Black soundtrack and launched their first single, "No, No, No". Their debut album, titled Destiny's Child, was released in 1998, achieving moderate commercial success and earning three Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards.

The group's second album, The Writing's on the Wall, arrived in 1999 and went multi-platinum. It featured chart-topping singles like "Bills, Bills, Bills", "Jumpin' Jumpin'", and the Grammy-winning "Say My Name". Globally, the album sold over 15 million copies.

Despite their commercial achievements, legal conflicts arose when members Luckett and Roberson filed a breach of contract lawsuit. After their departure and Farrah Franklin’s short stint with the group, the final trio released "Independent Women Part I" for the Charlie's Angels soundtrack. The track dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for eleven consecutive weeks. Although Luckett and Roberson later withdrew their suit against the group itself, they maintained legal action against manager Mathew Knowles; all parties agreed to halt public criticism.

During the creation of their third album Survivor, Rowland appeared on Avant’s remix of "Separated". The album, reflecting internal struggles within the group, debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200, selling 663,000 copies in its first week. It went on to sell over twelve million copies worldwide and included hits like "Survivor"—which earned a Grammy—and "Bootylicious", featuring Rowland as lead vocalist. After releasing their remix compilation This Is the Remix in 2002, Destiny's Child announced a hiatus to focus on solo projects.

2002–2006: Simply Deep and Destiny Fulfilled

In 2002, Rowland gained prominence as a solo artist by featuring on Nelly's single "Dilemma". The track won a Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration, became one of that year’s biggest hits worldwide, topping various charts and selling over 7.6 million copies globally. This success helped establish her individual career beyond Destiny's Child.

Rowland’s first solo album, Simply Deep, was released on October 22, 2002. It incorporated alternative music elements with production from Mark J. Feist, Big Bert, and Rich Harrison, including background vocals from Brandy Norwood and Solange Knowles. The album debuted at number 12 on the Billboard 200 and reached number three on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, selling 77,000 copies during its initial week. It later received RIAA gold certification. As of 2013, it remains her highest-selling US album with total sales of 602,000 copies. Internationally, Simply Deep topped the UK Albums Chart and earned gold certifications in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Worldwide sales totaled approximately 2.5 million units. The album yielded international top-ten single "Stole" and UK top-five hit "Can't Nobody."

Expanding her career into acting, Rowland took roles such as Carly on UPN’s The Hughleys in 2002 and appeared as a guest on shows like Eve and NBC's American Dreams in 2003. She made her cinematic debut in the slasher film Freddy vs. Jason, which grossed $114.5 million worldwide.

In July 2005, she starred in the romantic comedy The Seat Filler, which earned $17.9 million globally. That same year marked a reunion with Beyoncé and Michelle Williams for Destiny's Child’s final studio record Destiny Fulfilled, released November 15, 2004. The album peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and produced top-five hits such as "Lose My Breath" and "Soldier", featuring artists T.I. and Lil Wayne. The group embarked on their global Destiny Fulfilled ... And Lovin' It tour before officially disbanding in June 2005. Their greatest hits compilation Number 1's debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 in October that year. In March 2006, Destiny's Child was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Following Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Rowland partnered with Beyoncé to establish the Survivor Foundation aimed at providing transitional housing for evacuees in Houston, Texas. Their philanthropic efforts extended through initiatives such as the Knowles-Rowland Center for Youth. They also participated in recording a charity single dedicated to hurricane relief.

Rowland returned to television in 2006 with a role on UPN’s Girlfriends. However, plans for an expanded role were halted after the series transitioned to The CW network.

2007–2009: Ms. Kelly

In June 2007, Kelly Rowland embarked on the Ms. Kelly Tour to support her sophomore solo album, Ms. Kelly, performing five shows across Europe, North America, Africa, and Asia. The album, released in the United States on July 3, 2007, was originally titled My Story and slated for a June 2006 release but was postponed to refine its sound after Rowland and Columbia Records deemed the initial tracklist "too heavy on midtempos and ballads." To diversify the album's musical direction, she collaborated with producers such as Billy Mann, Mysto & Pizzi, Sean Garrett, Scott Storch, and Polow da Don. Upon release, Ms. Kelly entered the Billboard 200 chart at number six and reached number two on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, selling 86,000 copies in its debut week. Internationally, it did not match the success of her debut album Simply Deep, peaking within the top 40 in most countries except for the UK where it reached number 37.

The album included the UK top-five single "Like This" featuring Eve and the global top-ten hit "Work". In July 2007, Rowland released her first DVD titled BET Presents Kelly Rowland, which featured interviews, live performances, and music videos related to Ms. Kelly. Due to underwhelming sales, the album was reissued as an EP named Ms. Kelly: Diva Deluxe in March 2008; its lead single was a rendition of Bobby Womack's "Daylight", featuring Travie McCoy, which achieved moderate success in the UK.

Rowland also engaged in charitable initiatives such as auctioning autographed pink Goody brushes to raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness and collaborating with Kanye West and others to design a Nike sneaker supporting AIDS awareness. In October 2007, she auditioned for a role in the film Sex and the City but was not selected. Later that year, she took part as a choirmaster on NBC's talent competition Clash of the Choirs, finishing in fifth place; however, the show was not renewed.

In 2008, Rowland became an ambassador for MTV's Staying Alive Foundation aimed at combating HIV/AIDS stigma. She visited projects in Tanzania and Kenya and publicly took an HIV test to promote awareness. The following year, she appeared in MTV's Serve platform PSAs encouraging volunteerism alongside celebrities like Cameron Diaz and will.i.am. Additionally, she led a bone marrow drive and collaborated with Alesha Dixon and Pixie Lott to create T-shirts for River Island benefiting The Prince's Trust.

Rowland amicably ended her management relationship with Beyoncé's father Mathew Knowles in January 2009. Two months later, she parted ways with Columbia Records to pursue new creative directions after Ms. Kelly's commercial performance fell short of expectations. Subsequently, she signed with Universal Motown Records.

April 2009 marked a commercial peak when Rowland featured on David Guetta's single "When Love Takes Over", which topped charts across Europe, sold over 5.5 million copies worldwide, received a Grammy nomination for Best Dance Recording, and was recognized by Billboard as the greatest dance-pop collaboration ever. In May of that year, she co-hosted Bravo’s reality competition series The Fashion Show alongside Isaac Mizrahi but was replaced by Iman for its second season.

2010–2012: Here I Am and The X Factor UK

In 2010, Kelly Rowland founded I Heart My Girlfriends, a philanthropic initiative addressing issues such as self-esteem, violence prevention, community involvement, and health education for young women. That April, she toured Australia as part of Supafest alongside artists including Akon, Pitbull, Sean Paul, Jay Sean, and Eve. Her track "Everywhere You Go", featuring Rhythm of Africa United, served as MTN’s anthem for the 2010 FIFA World Cup held in South Africa. That October, she received recognition from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) at their Women Behind the Music event. Her first compilation album titled Work: The Best of Kelly Rowland was also released that month but did not chart.

In January 2011, Rowland reunited with Nelly on "Gone," a follow-up to their successful 2002 collaboration "Dilemma," though it did not replicate its predecessor’s popularity. In April of that year, she featured on Italian DJ Alex Gaudino’s UK top-ten hit "What a Feeling." Around this period, her boyfriend—and later husband—Tim Weatherspoon became her manager. After delays from its initial planned release in 2010, her third studio album Here I Am launched on July 26, 2011; it debuted at number one on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart with first-week sales of 77,000 units. The album’s lead single "Commander" performed well within European top-ten charts while "Down for Whatever" secured a spot among UK top tens. The album’s most successful single "Motivation," featuring Lil Wayne, dominated the R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart for seven consecutive weeks and achieved double platinum status from the RIAA. This track earned Song of the Year honors at the 2011 Soul Train Music Awards and Top R&B Song at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards while also garnering a Grammy nomination for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.

Rowland became the face of Diddy’s women’s fragrance Empress and served as global ambassador for watch brand TW Steel. Her second compilation album Playlist: the Very Best of Kelly Rowland, released in October 2011 failed to chart commercially. She also launched her inaugural fitness DVD titled Sexy Abs with Kelly Rowland. Later that year she joined as a judge on season eight of The X Factor UK, alongside Louis Walsh, Gary Barlow, and Tulisa. Her team included Amelia Lily; notably, she played a key role in forming the girl group Little Mix. Due to scheduling conflicts she did not return for season nine in 2012 and was replaced by Nicole Scherzinger.

In February 2012 Essence magazine honored Rowland for her musical achievements alongside executive Sylvia Rhone. That April she returned to Australia touring again with artists including Ludacris and Chris Brown as part of Supafest. She also appeared in a supporting role as Brenda in the romantic comedy film Think Like a Man, which topped US box office charts grossing $91.5 million; Rowland contributed "Need a Reason" to its soundtrack.

In June 2012 Rowland became Bacardi rum’s brand ambassador; collaborating with German producers Project B she reimagined Bacardi’s "Bacardi Feeling (Summer Dreamin')" accompanied by a promotional video. In August she served as dance master on Australia’s talent competition Everybody Dance Now alongside Jason Derulo; however due to poor ratings it was canceled after four episodes.

2013–2014: Talk a Good Game and The X Factor USA

In January 2013 Destiny's Child released their compilation album Love Songs, featuring romantic-themed tracks along with new song "Nuclear". On February 3 during Beyoncé's Super Bowl XLVII halftime show performance Rowland joined Beyoncé and Michelle Williams on stage performing "Bootylicious", "Independent Women", and "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)". On February 24 Rowland co-hosted pre-show coverage of the 85th Academy Awards. In May she replaced L.A. Reid as judge on The X Factor USA for its final season joining Simon Cowell, Demi Lovato, and Paulina Rubio; her "Over 25s" category contestant finished runner-up. Her popularity increased significantly as a judge on the US version compared to her prior UK tenure.

That same month she performed at RiverFest 2013 in Little Rock, Arkansas and co-headlined The Lights Out Tour with The-Dream supporting her fourth studio album Talk a Good Game. Initially titled Year of the Woman, it was released June 18 under Republic Records, following Universal Music Group’s label restructuring. The album debuted at number four on Billboard 200 selling 68,000 copies first week marking her third US top-ten album appearance. Lead single "Kisses Down Low" achieved moderate success on US R&B charts earning gold certification by RIAA; follow-up single was "Dirty Laundry". In December she appeared in Beyoncé’s videos for "Grown Woman" and "Superpower," providing backing vocals on the latter from Beyoncé’s self-titled fifth studio project.

In February 2014 Rowland featured on Joe’s single "Love & Sex Part 2". March saw her become spokesperson for cosmetic brand Caress while announcing during an interview with HuffPost Live work had begun on her fifth studio album inspired by legendary female vocalists like Diana Ross, incorporating horns drums and flutes; additionally revealing departure from Republic Records seeking fresh creative beginnings. In June Rowland collaborated with Beyoncé on Michelle Williams’ single "Say Yes". That same month her track "The Game" appeared in Pepsi’s World Cup visual album Beats of the Beautiful Game. On July 19 she featured on Adrian Marcel’s "Honey" from his mixtape Weak After Next plus Beau Vallis’ "Love Stand Still". She also lent background vocals to Tank’s single "You’re My Star" from his album Stronger released that year.

2015–2020: The Voice Australia

In August 2015 Rowland appeared on Jacob Whitesides’ single "I Know What You Did Last Summer". She acted in season two of TV series Empire portraying Leah Walker while recording “Mona Lisa” for its EP released October that year. On October 26 she dropped new track “Dumb,” speculated to be part of an upcoming fifth studio project without an official release date.

Joining Missy Elliott Kelly Clarkson Zendaya among others she contributed vocals to charity single “This Is For My Girls” launched by US First Lady Michelle Obama March 2016 supporting Let Girls Learn initiative; same year hosting BET's reality series Chasing Destiny, helping form girl group June's Diary.

On December 24 2016 it was announced Rowland would coach season six of Australian version of ‘’The Voice’’, airing early next year. She starred as Margot Scotts in Lifetime film ‘’Love By the 10th Date’’ January 2017 releasing first book ‘’Whoa Baby!: A Guide for New Moms Who Feel Overwhelmed and Freaked Out’’ April that year. August saw her join Jennifer Hudson as judge on season thirteen of ‘’The Voice US’’ with Hudson acting as advisor. April 2018 reunited her with Beyoncé Michelle Williams during Beyoncé's Coachella performance; later that year winning seventh season of ‘’The Voice Australia’’ coaching contestants Sam Perry Bella Paige who finished first second respectively.

September brought casting as Gladys Knight in BET series ‘’American Soul’’. November saw release of single “Kelly”. Series premiered positively February following year; same month releasing “Crown” tied to Dove campaign promoting self-love via music video. May featured collaboration with Ciara “Girl Gang” from ‘’Beauty Marks’’ plus EP ‘’The Kelly Rowland Edition’’. Continued acting roles included ‘’L.A.’s Finest’’, HBO’s ‘’A Black Lady Sketch Show’’, producing starring Lifetime Christmas movie ‘’Merry Liddle Christmas’’ December featuring song “Love You More at Christmas Time” through KTR Records.

April 17 2020 marked release of single “Coffee” via KTR Records followed by management deal announcement May sixth signing Roc Nation ending husband management role; later winning ninth season of ‘’The Voice Australia’’ coaching contestant Chris Sebastian who claimed victory.

2020–present: K, The Voice UK, and other works

Rowland made cameo appearance in Beyoncé's Disney+ musical film ‘’Black Is King’’, globally released July 2020; appeared in Hulu movie ‘’Bad Hair’’ October contributing three soundtrack songs same month releasing single “Crazy” via KTR Records accompanied by lyric video. November saw release of “Hitman” linked to NFL Songs of Season campaign plus music video; starred produced Lifetime holiday sequel ‘’Merry Liddle Christmas Wedding’’ airing December also recording cover “We Need a Little Christmas” promoting project.

To celebrate fortieth birthday February 2021 released dance-oriented single “Black Magic” featuring sons in video followed by EP ‘’K’’ premiering alongside video for lead track “Flowers”. November released cover “Wonderful Time” supporting third holiday movie ‘’Merry Liddle Christmas Baby’’ airing Lifetime same month starred alongside Marsai Martin Omari Hardwick Paramount+ film ‘’Fantasy Football’’ November following year performing at WorldPride Sydney June headlining London Mighty Hoopla festival sharing stage with Years & Years.

Starred Tyler Perry Netflix legal drama ‘’Mea Culpa’’ released February 2024; February following year announced co-starring with Method Man romantic comedy ‘’Relationship Goals’’. June announced as coach series fourteen ‘’The Voice UK’’ premiering early next year additionally supporting Brandy Monica ’The Boy Is Mine’ co-headlining tour October-December alongside Muni Long Jamal Roberts.

Personal life

In December 2013 Rowland revealed engagement to Tim Weatherspoon during appearance on ’’The Queen Latifah Show’’. Their relationship began circa 2009 after meeting earlier introduced by Destiny's Child member Michelle Williams. They married May ninth 2014 in Costa Rica, sharing two sons born respectively in years 2014 and 2021. In June 2020 Rowland disclosed reconciliation with estranged father Christopher Lovett.

Artistry

Musical style

Rowland possesses a three-octave lyric mezzo-soprano, encompassing genres such as contemporary R&B pop hip hop soul rock dance music throughout career progression. Her debut solo effort ’‘Simply Deep’’ (2002) leaned towards adult-alternative rock while ’‘Ms. Kelly’’ (2007) embraced R&B/Hip-Hop elements.[1] She acknowledged experimenting across rock-dance urban styles struggling initially to define signature sound.[2] Third album ’‘Here I Am’’ (2011) combined pop R&B infused with dance influences.[3] Collaboration with David Guetta notably inspired shift towards dance music.[4] Despite external opinions she pursued artistic evolution embracing this direction.[2]

Lyrically ’‘Simply Deep’’ focused largely on love life experiences exemplified by songs like "Dilemma" expressing profound love alongside socially conscious "Stole."[5] ’‘Ms.Kelly’’ explored relationship struggles including tracks such as “Still in Love with My Ex” “Gotsta Go (Part I)” some speculated reflecting past relationship with football player Roy Williams.[6] ’‘Here I Am’’ addressed themes around womanhood sexual intimacy love.[7] Certain tracks like “[Work]” “[I'm Dat Chick]” drew stylistic comparisons to former Destiny’s Child bandmate Beyoncé.[8]

Influences

Rowland cites Whitney Houston Janet Jackson among primary musical inspirations crediting Houston especially for vocal influence; also influenced by Sade Adu admired for unique style alongside figures such as Martin Luther King Jr., Mariah Carey, Mary J.Blige, Naomi Campbell, Oprah Winfrey whom she regards highly calling “female version of God.” Residency in Miami shaped stylistic development.

Fashion-wise icons include Halle Berry, Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé Oprah grandmother shaping style identity vocally influenced by Whitney Houston Beyoncé Brandy Norwood during creation of second solo album ’‘Ms.Kelly’’ appreciating their distinct approaches evolution third album ’‘Here I Am’’ drew inspiration from Donna Summer Diana Ross producer will.i.am fourth solo project ’‘Talk a Good Game’’ influenced by Houston Marvin Gaye Stevie Wonder.

Public image

Rowland has openly addressed early struggles related to being dark-skinned; underwent breast augmentation surgery increasing size from A-cup to B-cup in October2007 describing decision as culmination over ten years effort. Ranked number61 on Complex magazine list “100 Hottest Female Singers Of All Time” (2012) recognized among best-dressed women by Glamour UK same year placed seventh on People magazine Most Beautiful In The World list April2013; awarded Fashion Icon Of The Year September2023 at Harlem Fashion Row Show New York City.

Other ventures

Film and television career

Rowland expanded into acting guest starring on sitcoms including ’’The Hughleys’’(2002), UPN shows ’’Eve’’(2003), ’’Girlfriends’’(2006) portraying Tammy Hamilton ambitious apprentice realtor initially expected recurring role curtailed after show moved networks; portrayed Martha Reeves ’’American Dreams’’(2003) performing “[Nowhere To Run].”

Film debut occurred in slasher crossover ’’Freddy vs.Jason’’(2003) directed Ronny Yu playing Kia Waterson lead female role film budget $25 million opening number one box office grossing $114 million worldwide financial success despite mixed critical response.

Starred romantic comedy ’’The Seat Filler’’(2005) executive produced Will Smith Jada Pinkett Smith portraying pop star falling for awards-show seat filler contributing two soundtrack songs limited festival screenings followed by direct-to-DVD release(2006).

Auditioned unsuccessfully for role Louise film ’’Sex And The City’’(2007); appeared choirmaster NBC reality show ’’Clash Of The Choirs’’ finishing fifth among notable celebrities including Michael Bolton Patti LaBelle co-hosted Bravo reality competition ’’The Fashion Show US’’(2009) premiering May seventh.

Joined judging panel British show ’’X Factor UK’’ season eight replacing Dannii Minogue acted supporting role ’’Think Like A Man’’(2012) alongside Keri Hilson Chris Brown Gabrielle Union departed show April2012 due scheduling conflicts replaced Nicole Scherzinger awarded Ultimate TV Personality Cosmopolitan Ultimate Women Awards(2011) TV Personality Year Glamour Women Of The Year Awards(2012).

Served dance master Australia talent show ’’Everybody Dance Now’’(August2012) alongside Jason Derülo canceled after four episodes due low ratings.

Philanthropy

Alongside Knowles family founded Survivor Foundation providing transitional housing post- Hurricane Katrina victims Houston Texas extending mission Knowles-Rowland Center Youth community outreach facility Houston contributed vocals Katrina CD benefiting Recording Artists For Hope organization(2005).

Joined artists Pink Avril Lavigne promoting empowerment tags ALDO Fights AIDS supporting YouthAIDS(2006). Autographed pink Goody Ouchless brushes auctioned Breast Cancer Awareness collaborated Kanye West Nelly Furtado Snoop Dogg designing Nike sneaker auctioned AIDS Awareness(2007).

Became ambassador MTV Staying Alive Foundation combating HIV/AIDS discrimination visiting projects Tanzania Kenya raising awareness publicly taking HIV test(2008). Led bone marrow drive preparing launch I Heart My Girlfriends support network teenage girls(March2009).

Partnered Serve.MTV.com PSAs encouraging youth volunteerism celebrities Cameron Diaz will.i.am collaborated singers Alesha Dixon Pixie Lott T-shirts River Island supporting Prince’s Trust(March2009). Officially launched I Heart My Girlfriends focusing self-esteem violence prevention community service health education(March2010). Participated City Of Hope Spirit Of Life Awards charity event(April26_2010).

Awards and achievements

As solo artist sold over forty million records worldwide achieving multiple number-one singles US charts including Billboard Hot100 HotR&B/Hip-Hop Songs HotDance Club Songs internationally nine UK top-ten singles two number-ones one UK R&B number-one six top-twenty singles Australia holding over forty-seven international sales certifications won nineteen awards fifty-four nominations including four Grammys seventeen nominations earned Hollywood Walk Of Fame star Destiny's Child member recognized American Society Composers Authors Publishers Essence magazine musical contributions.

"Dilemma," duet rapper Nelly won five international awards eight nominations becoming first Destiny's Child member topping Billboard Hot100 global charts solo artist winning Grammy ranked fifth Billboard biggest duets all time UK's twenty-second best-selling single decade second global hit "When Love Takes Over" French DJ David Guetta ten international nominations two awards including Grammy Best Non-Classical Remixed Recording notable nominated awarded songs include "Commander" "Motivation".

Entertainment Weekly named "Commander" top summer jam(2010) Fitness Magazine listed among Top100 Workout Songs(2010).

Earned Ultimate TV Personality Cosmopolitan Ultimate Women Year Awards(2011) TV Personality Year Glamour Women Year Awards(2012) named Glamour Best Dressed Women Entertainment(2012). Won NAACP Image Award guest role Gladys Knight television series ’’American Soul’’(2020).

Discography

Main articles: Kelly Rowland discography and List of songs recorded by Kelly Rowland

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Filmography

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Films

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Television

Modeling and Endorsements

  • Endorsement campaign for McDonald's featuring Destiny's Child (2004)
  • Promotional partnership with Walmart alongside Destiny's Child (2005)
  • Brand ambassador role for Empress (2011)
  • Collaborated on a wristwatch collection with "TW Steel" (2012)
  • Featured model for Jaguar Cars (2013)
  • Spokesperson for Mercedes-Benz (2014, 2019)
  • Modeling work for Caress (2014)
  • Endorsement and eyewear line designer for Smoke + Mirrors (2018)
  • Ambassador and gymwear designer for Fabletics (2019–2020)
  • Led the #MyHairMyCrown campaign with the music video "Crown" for Dove (2019)
  • Model and spokesperson for JustFab capsule collection (2020–present)
  • Promotional campaign for Oral-B (2020)
  • Advocate for #BlackMaternalHealth with BabyDove (2022)
  • Endorsement for #Silk (2022)
  • Face of the Black Beauty is Beauty initiative by Sephora (2022)
  • Spokesperson for the #EmbraceYOU campaign by Vaseline (2022)
  • Ambassador for #Airborne (2022–23)
  • Promotional role in #FamilyGuard campaign (2023)

Publications

  • Whoa, Baby!: A Guide for New Moms Who Feel Overwhelmed and Freaked Out (and Wonder What the #*$& Just Happened) (2017)
  • Always With You, Always With Me (2022)

Concert Tours

As Headliner
As Supporting Act

See also

External links

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