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2011: Beyonce's Incredible Year

See why 2011 was a special year for Beyonce.
Love on Top: Beyonce's Incredible Year
Beyonce Knowles Mtv Awards
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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Beyonce Knowles has had an incredible year.

Whether it was releasing the critically acclaimed album “4,” becoming the first African-American woman to headline the legendary Glastonbury Music Festival, or expecting her first child with hubby Jay-Z, the hardest-working woman in show biz kept our attention all year long.

See why 2011 was such a special year for Queen Bey.