Mathew Knowles encouraged his daughter Beyonce Knowles’ to undertake a wide range of hobbies until she found her passion. The 71-year-old record executive is father to pop superstar Bey, 41, as well as actress Solange Knowles with ex-wife Tina Knowles and explained that when his girls were growing up, it was important to let them “gravitate” towards their niche. He …