Tina Knowles Reveals Breast Cancer Battle in Memoir

Tina Knowles, mother of Beyoncé, has publicly shared her recent breast cancer diagnosis and recovery in her memoir 'Matriarch' and a CBS interview. Diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer after a delayed mammogram, Knowles emphasizes the importance of regular screenings, noting her cancer could have been detected even earlier if not for missed appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic. Following surgery to remove the tumor and a breast reduction, she is now cancer-free and credits her family's support—especially Beyoncé and Solange—for helping her through the ordeal. Knowles hopes her experience will encourage other women to prioritize preventive health checks, sharing she initially hesitated to go public but believes her story can help others. Her revelation also comes after her ex-husband, Mathew Knowles, survived breast cancer and carries the BRCA 2 mutation, highlighting a broader conversation about awareness and early detection. The family's response, marked by positivity and solidarity, has been central to Knowles’ recovery and advocacy.