Beyonce's Profile Full Name: Beyonce Gisselle Knowles Nickname: Bee Birthday: September 4, 1981 Birthplace: Houston, Texas Zodiac Sign: Virgo Sings: Lead Pet Peeve: Hates when people smake their food or gum Hobby: Swimming Favorite Ice Cream: Butter Pecan Favorite Perfume: She's allergic to perfume so she wears different oils Favorite Food: Popeye's Fried Chicken Favorite Cities: Houston and Atlanta Beyonce began singing at the age of 4. She loves to sing. She loves it so much that she pushed her family to the limit, and they supported her 100%. Beyonce's mother, Tina Knowles, is the clothing designer. And Beyonce's father is their manager.