Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and television personality best known as a member of Destiny's Child.

Kelly Rowland is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and television personality best known as a member of Destiny's Child. She later built a solo career with hits including "Dilemma" and has also worked as a television judge and presenter.

What it is

Kelly Rowland rose to fame as a founding member of the R&B group Destiny's Child, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time. Her solo debut album, Simply Deep, was released in 2002, and her collaboration with Nelly, "Dilemma," became one of her best-known songs.

Why it matters

Rowland's career spans music, television, and film. She has worked as a judge on The X Factor in the UK and the United States, and has appeared in various acting roles. Her charitable work includes co-founding the Survivor Foundation after Hurricane Katrina to help displaced people in the Houston area.

Key details

Born Kelendria Trene Rowland in Atlanta, Georgia, she was raised by her mother in Houston, Texas. Her solo career includes the album Simply Deep and the hit single "Dilemma." She has a broad audience in Canada through international R&B and pop radio, television appearances, and Destiny's Child's global popularity.