Damon Dash Refutes Beyoncé Pursuit Rumor, Cites Interest in Kelly Rowland

During a recent appearance on the interview series *The Art of Dialogue*, Roc-A-Fella co-founder Damon Dash addressed a long-circulating rumor that he attempted to pursue Beyoncé while she was in a relationship with Jay-Z. Dash categorically denied the allegation, stating that he never sought a romantic involvement with Beyoncé.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

The rumor has persisted in entertainment media for several years and has appeared in multiple outlets. The claim resurfaced in recent coverage, leading Dash to clarify his position on *The Art of Dialogue* interview. The rumor has been referenced in multiple entertainment pieces.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• Rumor about Damon Dash pursuing Beyoncé circulates in entertainment reporting (date unspecified).

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• Dash discusses the rumor on *The Art of Dialogue* interview, as reported by Hot 97 (date unspecified).

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• Damon Dash – Co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records, former business partner of Jay-Z.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• Beyoncé – Former member of Destiny’s Child, at the time romantically linked to Jay-Z.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• Jay-Z – Rapper, music executive, and Beyoncé’s partner during the period in question.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• Kelly Rowland – Fellow Destiny’s Child vocalist, mentioned by Dash as an artist he admired.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

Dash explained that his first encounter with Beyoncé occurred when she was a teenager, during Destiny’s Child’s early rise. He emphasized that his familiarity with her at that age shaped his perception and that he never entertained a romantic pursuit. Dash also noted that his early perception of Beyoncé was shaped by seeing her as a teenager, not as a potential partner. In contrast, he expressed that Kelly Rowland represented an artist he would have considered approaching, though he did not elaborate further.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

No direct criticism or opposing commentary was presented in the available sources. The article’s focus remains on Dash’s own denial and clarification.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• “ “We knew her when she was 16, so I couldn’t unsee her as 16…” — Damon Dash

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• “I never ever wanted to mess with Beyoncé; I didn’t want to.” — Damon Dash

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• “ “We knew her when she was 16, so I couldn’t unsee her as 16…” — Damon Dash

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

• “We knew her when she was 16, so I couldn’t unsee her as 16… I never ever wanted to f**k with Beyoncé. I didn’t want to.” — Damon Dash

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

The clarification addresses the rumor that has circulated in entertainment media. By denying the rumor, Dash provides a primary source for journalists seeking to fact-check the claim. The clarification provides a direct response to a claim that has been repeated in multiple articles, allowing media outlets to reference an explicit denial.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland

Dash’s interview on *The Art of Dialogue* represents the latest public statement on the matter. No further comments or investigations have been announced.

Damon Dash Never Pursued Beyoncé But Liked Kelly Rowland