7 Times Beyoncé Was Jay Z's Biggest Fan

Updated on April 5, 2016 at 8:30 PM

When it comes to discussing her personal life, Beyoncé might be the queen of secrecy. Even her 2008 wedding to Jay Z was kept under wraps until the singer decided to give fans a behind-the-scenes look at their special day during their joint On the Run tour in 2014. Blue Ivy's mom hasn't always been so tight-lipped, though — every now and then, Beyoncé shows us her vulnerable side and lets the world know just how much she truly adores her husband. Keep reading for seven times Beyoncé was proudly Jay Z's biggest fan.

When She Gave Him a Special Shout-Out After Winning an Award

After winning the Billboard Millenium Award in 2011, Beyoncé made sure to mention her husband in her acceptance speech.

"I'd also like to thank my best friend. I don't wanna put you on the spot [because] I know they're probably putting the camera in your face right now. But I love me some Jay Z!"

When She Gave a Heartfelt Toast About How Much She Loves Him

In her 2013 HBO special, Beyoncé gave fans an exclusive look at her life beyond the lights. During one scene, she tears up while giving a birthday toast to Jay Z.

"You've taught me so many things. You taught me how to be a woman. You taught me how to love. You taught me how to be a friend. You’ve given me so much in life and this is not enough. It’s not enough I can give you. I just want you to be happy. And every year, I’m even more in love with you and I want to spend everyday of my life with you. Happy birthday and I thank God for you every day."

When She Opened Up About Their Unbreakable Bond

In 2013, Beyoncé gave one of her now-rare interviews to Vogue, in which she opened up about how Jay Z helps her balance her chaotic celebrity lifestyle.

"Just knowing someone’s always going to be honest and tell the truth, [who] can understand exactly what I’m going through — and I can understand exactly what he’s going through."

When She Was Excited to See Him After Being on Tour

While touring the world in 2009 during her I Am . . . World Tour, Beyoncé started a countdown to when she would see her husband. When the day finally arrived, Beyoncé was so happy she came up with a little cheer to express her excitement.

"And I am on to see my husband. I'm happy. I'm happy. I'm happy!"

When She Said She Needed to Make Love to Her Husband

In 2011, Beyoncé fired her father, Mathew Knowles, as her longtime manager. The stress of their strained relationship became too much for the superstar, and she candidly revealed that Jay Z was the best stress reliever.

"I need to listen to 'Make Love to Me' [known as '1+1'] and make love to my husband."

When She Told Barbara Walters She Was His "Groupie"

During a 2011 interview with the ladies at The View, former host Sherri Sheppard put the "Drunk in Love" singer on the spot when she asked Beyoncé if she became closer to Jay Z during her year off of extensive touring.

"I've always been a Jay Z groupie," Beyoncé said with a laugh.

When She Gushed About Him as a Dad

In 2013, Oprah asked Beyoncé about her marriage to Jay Z and got the notoriously private star to share.

"I would not be the woman I am if I did not go home to that man. It just gives me such a foundation. He has helped me on so many levels. We were friends first, for a year and a half, before we went on any date. On the phone for a year and a half. And that foundation is so important in a relationship. And just to have someone that you just like is so important. And someone that is honest."