Beyoncé's name will become part of French history. According to The Time and France 24, the singer is one of 40 people to be included in the Larousse dictionary, with her name highlighting her Louisiana Creole heritage.
Listed under the name category, the explanation for Beyoncé begins with the words: American pop and R&B singer.
According to The Times, she is one of the French and foreign personalities chosen for the encyclopedic update Petit Larousse Illustré, first published in 1905.
Her name was placed on the list by a jury, which each year adds 150 words or individuals known among the French-speaking community.
One of the most important criteria for the selection of these names is that each personality fits the culture and excels in promoting French culture.
Other names involved are: actress Cate Blanchett, NBA player LeBron James and "Oppenheimer" director Christopher Nolan.
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