Isn’t it too early to publish awardees for the year 2009?

Well, not for Billboard as the said organization have proclaimed and announced that Beyonce Knowles is this year’s Woman of the year!

“Beyoncé is multi-platinum artist and a multi-talented woman who clearly embodies the qualities of excellence and achievement that the Billboard Woman Of The Year Award was created to honor,” said Bill Werde, Billboard’s Editorial Director. “She has not only influenced pop culture with her hit songs and signature dance moves, but has inspired women everywhere with her unique style, business savvy and dedication to charitable causes.”

Beyonce is the only artist in the 51 years of the Billboard Top 100 history to top the chart for 10 weeks.