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The Houston-native was just 16 years old when she and her all-female singing group landed their first record deal in 1997.

Destiny's Child was signed by Columbia Records and managed by her father, Mathew Knowles. The original foursome featured Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, LeToya Luckett, and LaTavia Roberson.

In 1998, Destiny's Child released its debut self-titled album and quickly became one of the biggest new R&B groups. Their second album, The Writings on the Wall, was released in 1999 and included hits like "Bills Bills Bills" and "Say My Name."

After a reported dispute between Luckett, Roberson, and Mathew Knowles, the singers were replaced with Michelle Williams and Farrah Franklin. The latter was only in the group for a fe