Tina Knowles can’t stop gushing about her grandkids, and we don’t blame her. With Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s 12-year-old daughter Blue Ivy Carter set to make her feature film debut in “Mufasa: The Lion King,” while 7-year-old twins, Rumi and Sir Carter, explore their own artistic sides, she has plenty to be proud of.
Knowles recently spoke to E! News about Blue Ivy’s big screen breakout, as well as what the twins are into these days. Blue Ivy is voicing the role of Kiara in “Mufasa.” She’s the daughter of Simba (Donald Glover) and Nala (Beyoncé). Turns out, Ms. Tina was there when she recorded her part.
“She’s just a natural. I’m really proud of her,” Knowles said. “I can’t wait ‘til the world gets to really hear.”
Though she’s allowed to brag about the movie, Knowles revealed that Blue Ivy made her “swear to secrecy” about her piano playing talent. Though the proud grandma couldn’t help hyping up her granddaughter a little.
“She’s self-taught and she sounds like a concert pianist,” she said. “She paints, she draws, she does poetry. She’s just an artistic soul.”
Just as Blue Ivy’s career is starting, it looks like her younger sister may be following in her footsteps. Knowles calls Rumi “a natural little star,” who “will not be denied.” As the fashion designer points out, it’s no surprise the kids are finding their way to the stage: “They’re all artists. How could they not be?”
However, don’t expect to see Sir performing with his sisters anytime soon. He’s “more into books and electronics” than the spotlight.
Knowles lets everyone know “We got them, we raising them right,” which is great to hear, because it can’t be easy growing up with so much attention surrounding them.
And if you’re wondering about the family’s plans for Bey’s upcoming birthday, don’t ask grandma. Apparently, she’s left out the loop so she doesn’t spill the beans.