Beyoncé Recognized as Powerful Woman Amid Name Change

Beyoncé has sparked speculation among fans after she was listed as 'Beyoncé Knowles' in Forbes' 'World’s Most Powerful Women 2024', dropping her husband Jay-Z's surname amid serious allegations against him. Jay-Z, 55, is facing accusations of raping a 13-year-old girl at a party following the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards, which he has strongly denied. The change in Beyoncé's name has led some to suggest it may be a 'soft launch name change' to distance herself from her husband, while others argue that Forbes has historically listed her this way. Despite her legal name being 'Beyoncé Knowles-Carter', fans have expressed confusion and surprise on social media regarding the omission. Additionally, Beyoncé's profile highlighted her recent record-breaking achievements, including her 32 Grammy wins. Jay-Z's legal troubles continue to loom over the couple as public reaction to the name change unfolds.