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Rowland splits from manager Knowles

Published Thursday, Jan 29 2009, 10:49 GMT | By Simon Reynolds
Rowland splits from manager Knowles

Rex Features

Kelly Rowland has parted ways with long-time manager Mathew Knowles, the father of her Destiny's Child bandmate Beyoncé.

Rowland confirmed that she has parted ways with Knowles, after rumours surfaced claiming that the pair had been in a heated row. The 'Daylight' singer is alleged to be unhappy that her solo success in Europe has not been matched in the US.

Confirming the split in a statement, Knowles said that he remains on good terms with Rowland: "After a very positive meeting between Kelly Rowland and myself, we have amicably agreed to end our professional relationship.

"My company, Music World, will continue to manage Destiny's Child as a group. As an artist Kelly has incredible talent and I only wish her the best. We will always be family first and foremost, and as a dad I only have love for Kelly."

Rowland praised her former manager, saying that he has been a "positive influence" on her career and guided her to "great success".
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