NEW YORK CITY: Singer Beyonce has been selected as the cover star for Time magazine’s special 100 most influential people issue, BBC reported.

She was profiled by Facebook executive Sheryl Sandberg, who said the 32-year-old “doesn’t just sit at the table. She builds a better one.” Others who made the list included Pope Francis — profiled by Barack Obama, who also featured — and Pharrell Williams.

British stars considered among the world’s most influential people include Sherlock’s Benedict Cumberbatch — championed by fellow actor Colin Firth — and “12 Years a Slave” director Steve McQueen.

Kerry Washington, Amy Adams and intelligence whistleblower Edward Snowden also made the list, as did Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez who wrote the soundtrack to hit Disney film Frozen.

Miley Cyrus was championed by Dolly Parton who said: “If I didn’t know how smart and talented Miley is, I might worry about her,” before adding “I did it my way, so why can’t she do it her way?“

Beyonce was credited with having “shattered music-industry rules — and sales records” when she released her surprise album in December last year.

Beyonce’s career has gone from strength to strength since her days in Destiny’s Child.

It has taken in film roles and a fashion line, alongside sold out world tours such as last year’s Mrs.Carter Show.

“Her secret: hard work, honesty and authenticity,” said Sandberg.