• Rihanna's Father Passes Away at the Age of 70

Ronald Fenty, the father of global superstar Rihanna, has passed away at the age of 70 after a long battle with illness, according to sources close to the family on Sunday. Rihanna confirmed the news in an official statement issued by her media team, asking the public to respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.

Ronald Fenty had previously appeared in several media interviews where he spoke about his relationship with his daughter, who has often expressed the complexities of their bond due to family issues in the past. However, the two reconciled in recent years and were seen together at multiple public events.

Rihanna shared a heartfelt tribute to her father on her official Instagram account, posting an old photo of the two of them together with the caption: “My heart is broken… I lost the first man I ever loved. Rest in peace, Dad. Your memory will live in my heart forever.”

The 37-year-old singer has canceled several professional and public appearances scheduled for the coming days in order to be with her family in Barbados, where a private funeral is expected to take place later this week with close friends and relatives in attendance.

It is worth noting that Rihanna had spoken in earlier interviews about their reconciliation after her father contracted COVID-19 in 2020, during which she fully covered his treatment expenses and supported him throughout his recovery.

Rihanna has received an outpouring of condolences from fellow artists, public figures, and fans around the world who have expressed their sympathy and support during this time of mourning.