How did Beyonce become famous: It all started at the age of 6 when she was in dance class waiting for her parents to pick her up,she started singing a song her teacher had been humming. The teacher was impressed with her singing and though she could do a good job on stage. Thats when at age 6 Beyonce began competing in various singing and talent contests.By age 9 she had won over 60 trophies. Beyonce was 15 when she became well known.