Beyoncé named People magazine's 'World's Most Beautiful Woman'

We'd like to say we are a tiny bit surprised about Beyoncé being named People's "World's Most Beautiful Woman" of 2012 but that would the the biggest lie in the universe, because DUHHHH. Truly, is there any other choice? We'll do a humble brag on behalf of Bey and let you know that this is the ninth time Blue Ivy's mama has made the coveted list. This year, gurl had to beat out some other heavy-hitting A-listers including Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Lawrence, Adele and the PRINCESS, Kate Middleton. But Beyoncé's beauty reigned supreme, which is why she is the queen forever and ever. Game over.

Inside the issue, Beyoncé opens up about what makes her feel the most beautiful these days. Aside from the fact that she is GENETICALLY STUNNING, Beyoncé gets her beauty kicks from her baby boo: "I feel more beautiful than I've ever felt because I've given birth.. .I have never felt so connected, never felt like I had such a purpose on this earth. The best thing about having a daughter is having a true legacy. The word 'love' means something completely different now." When asked who Blue looks like Bey simply states, "She looks like Blue. She's her own person." Sure, she's her own person... who just happens to have a bad-ass rapper for her pops and the most beautiful woman of 2012 for her mom! Mazel on your crown as the most stunning female of forever 2012, B!

+ Watch a behind-the-scenes video from Beyonce's "World's Most Beautiful Woman" cover shoot.

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