Destiny’s Child burst onto the music scene with a debut album in 1998.
As children, they spent endless hours rehearsing together to perfect their stage presence and vocals.
The group went through many high-profile scandals during their reign.
Their ever-changing lineup, lawsuits, and allegations of favoritism took over headlines.
Let’s take a dive into their journey and where they are now.
At the age of 9, she was placed in the group originally called Girls Tyme.
Long before they landed their record deal, Roberson and the girlsperformed on “Star Search"together.
By the late ’90s, the girls had rebranded as Destiny’s Child.
Despite achieving massive success with her childhood friends, Roberson was unhappy.
Tension formed between Roberson and the group’s manager Mathew Knowles.
According to Roberson, she was essentially fired from the group in retaliation, perMTV.
Roberson attempted to quickly bounce back after the firing.
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In 2018, she teamed up with her business partner Alfred Adams to venture out into sports management.
AsPR Newswirereported, the two launched Roberson Sports Management in hopes of representing talented boxers.
Outside of managing their careers, she also launched Slug Fest Magazine to help promote the sport.
“I know how it feels to be ill-managed.
In anInstagram postpromoting the docuseries, Roberson told fans she’s ready to “bare it ALL.”
As of writing, a release date has not yet been revealed.
Luckett and Roberson filed a joint lawsuit against Knowles and Destiny’s Child for breach of contract and defamation.
This lawsuit was settled out of court in 2002, perRolling Stone.
For Luckett, life after Destiny’s Child wasn’t easy.
In a 2020Instagram Live, Luckett revealed the struggles she faced after being kicked out of the group.
Luckett revealed that she began to doubt her own singing abilities and contemplated leaving the music industry.
She credited her relationship with God for keeping her inspired to make music again and pursue acting.
“During my journey, I was staying in people’s houses.
“Not a lot of nights, but a few.”
Soon all of Luckett’s struggles paid off.
She released her debut solo album in 2006 and it included the hit single “Torn.”
It went #1 on the Billboard 200 and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
She landed her first starring role in a film titled “Preacher’s Kid.”
She also starred in the BET+ rom-com “A Miracle Before Christmas.”
Luckett has snagged these versatile roles with one dream project in mind.
The actor toldThe Huffington Postthat she hopes to one day act alongside Angela Bassett.
Luckett also hopes to star in an action film and has dreams of hosting her own talk show.
Luckett has never been shy about sharing her personal life with her fans.
She previously starred in the VH1 reality show, “T.I.
& Tiny: Friends & Family Hustle.
Luckett told The Huffington Post that she’s hoping to release a second season.
Five months later, the group’s lead vocalist, Beyonce Knowles-Carter, announced that Franklin was gone.
She went on to explain that Franklin skipped out on multiple gigs during a promotional tour.
But it wasn’t a management decision, it was a group decision,” the singer continued.
In an interview withVladTV, the former member denied ever missing shows.
After leaving Destiny’s Child, Franklin was signed and dropped from two record labels.
Farrah Franklin has faced legal trouble
Despite her legal troubles, Franklin returned to music in 2020.
She released the single EP “Push Up on Me” with rapper Maino.
In 2021, an old reality show pilot that Franklin shot with Kiely Williams surfaced online.
After asmall snippetof the two arguing went viral, the show was greenlit by BET.
However, Franklin later backed out.
She told a fan on Instagram that she had other plans (viaTheJasmineBrand).
In 2022, the singer shared onInstagramthat she was given her own day in Houston.
While Franklin didn’t last in the group, Williams did.
She became a much-loved member of the trio, also known as DC3.
Her distinct vocals made the harmonies on their “Survivor” album smoother than ever.
With Williams, the group’s success hit new heights.
However, the new and improved Destiny’s Child shocked their fans when theyannounced a hiatusin late 2001.
The group explained that they would each pursue solo records.
Fans of the group were intrigued by the new sound, but gospel fans were a bit skeptical.
Williams faced criticism for singing gospel music after dressing “provocatively” in the group.
“He knows that and he does attempt to abide by that.
The following year, Williams performed on Broadway,replacing Toni Braxtonin “Aida”.
Her last solo album was released in 2014 and titled “Journey to Freedom.”
Williams hasn’t released an album since then, but she has still found a way to inspire fans.
In 2013, the singer spoke to The Huffington Post about seeking out therapy for her depression (viaE!
Since then, Williams has continued to advocate for mental health awareness.
In 2018, she announced onInstagramthat she was checking into a treatment facility.
The duet earned Rowland her first Grammy as a solo artist.
And I recently found out I have a higher register than what I’ve been singing.
I didn’t even know,” Rowland said at the time.
Her last EP was released in 2021 under her own independent label KTR Records.
The singer is also putting her years of experience in the music industry to good use.
This wouldn’t be Rowland’s first rodeo as a judge on a singing competition show.
An excited Rowland celebrated the news of it becoming a New York Times best-seller onInstagram.
Despite years of racking up her own accomplishments, Rowland has faced constant comparisons to Beyonce.
“I couldn’t imagine going solo,” the singer toldMuch Musicin 1998.
“I don’t think anybody [in the group] could.”
Her feelings of apprehension remained before she recorded her debut solo album in 2002.
“Not that David Letterman’s a bad host, I mean love him!
It’s just gonna be so scary on the couch on my own,” she admitted.
By 2006, the star had two solo albums under her belt, and the risk paid off.
“It’s hard to leave a group when you love each other and there’s nothing going wrong …
I took that risk and it was very scary,” she toldIGN.
The “Renaissance” album also helped her make history.
After her 32nd win at the 2023 Grammy Awards, Knowlesbroke the recordfor most Grammy wins in history.
Outside of music, the singer has solidified herself as an entrepreneur.
After the star and Adidas ended their partnership in 2023, Knowles quickly announced a new business venture.
She announced onInstagramthat she will soon be launching a hair care line inspired by her mother.
“I can’t wait for you to experience what I’ve been creating.”
That same year Knowles began teasing another product for her loyal fans.
In July 2023, she announced her first fragrance in almost a decade.
According to her official site,the fragrance, created in France, will be dropping in November 2023.
