Mathew Knowles Ends Interview After Tina Knowles Reference

Mathew Knowles, the father and former manager of singers Beyoncé and Solange Knowles, abruptly ended an interview on New York television station PIX11 after the host referenced his ex-wife Tina Knowles's contributions to the early success of Destiny's Child. The exchange occurred during a January 31 appearance on the show "Kandid with Kendis," hosted by anchor Kendis Gibson, as Knowles promoted a tribute concert tour honoring the group.

Gibson began by complimenting Knowles's role in guiding his daughters' careers, then noted similar praise he had given Tina Knowles. "You've earned your flowers. I said the same thing to Ms. Tina Knowles. You guys put in the work, and obviously the talent was there, with your kids and your grandkids," Gibson said. Knowles responded by asking, "What work did she put in?" The host, appearing surprised, reminded him of Tina Knowles's efforts in styling the group's hair and handling visual presentation during their formative years.

Knowles acknowledged the point, saying, "OK, you're absolutely right, and the styling. The imaging. You're right." Gibson then suggested the success involved a joint effort, to which Knowles agreed. Moments later, however,...