AceShowbiz - Terrence Howard, known for his role in Empire, recently shared an intriguing story about a missed romantic opportunity with Beyoncé during her time in Destiny’s Child.

During an appearance on the PBD Podcast earlier this March, Howard revealed that he had the chance to date the iconic singer but ultimately pursued a different member of the group. He explained, "I had the chance to date Beyoncé early on. We had a conversation and I ended up talking to the other girl inside of Destiny's [Child] - the girl with the blue eyes."

The actor recalled a memorable moment from the 2005 BET Awards, where Destiny’s Child performed their hit "Cater 2 U." Each member of the group was paired on stage with a celebrity man: Michelle Williams with Magic Johnson, Kelly Rowland with Nelly, and Beyoncé with Howard. This pairing was notable as Beyoncé invited him on stage during a dance routine, which Howard believes was a subtle message about what he had missed.

Howard admitted he was attracted to Beyoncé at the time, saying, "There was a moment when I had felt something there, but that was long before she was with Jay-Z." It's well documented that Beyoncé and Jay-Z began dating around 2001 and later married in 2008. The couple now shares three children: 14-year-old Blue Ivy and eight-year-old twins Sir and Rumi.

As for Terrence Howard, he is a father of five and has been married four times to three different women. His reflections on this chapter of his personal life highlight how close he once was to a relationship with one of the most influential figures in music.

This story adds yet another layer to the rich history of interactions between stars in the entertainment world. Howard's recounting of the BET Awards performance offers fans a glimpse into a moment when romance and showbiz intersected on stage.

Billboard has reached out to Beyoncé's representatives for comment on Howard's remarks. Meanwhile, the full interview is available online, with the discussion about Beyoncé beginning around the 17-minute mark.