American businesswoman, fashion designer, art collector, activist and now author, Tina Knowles announced that founder and creative director of her eponymous brand, Stella McCartney will be joining her as the moderator for the London stop of her international book tour on Wednesday 4thJune 2025 at The Southbank Centre’s iconic Royal Festival Hall. The show will take place as part of Ms. Knowles live book tour, Matriarch: An Evening with Tina Knowles, Family & Friends.Produced by Live Nation, the tour supports Ms. Knowles’ upcoming memoir, Matriarch, which will be published on 22nd April 2025 by Dialogue Books (John Murray, Hachette UK) in the UK, and One World (Penguin Random House) in the USA. Throughout the nine-city run of dates, Ms. Knowles will be in conversation with legends, icons, and friends. Through heartfelt conversations, laughter, and unforgettable moments, each event will be a unique and intimate celebration of Ms. Knowles’ experiences, relationships, and the influences that have shaped her life.
“I’m so excited to take Matriarch on the road and extend the conversation beyond the pages. Storytelling has always been a part of who I am—something I learned from my mother—and now, at 71, I finally understand who I truly am. This journey has been about strength, motherhood, Black pride, and identity, and I hope these conversations help others embrace their own stories and celebrate the power of knowing what we deserve.” – Tina Knowles