💔 “I Never Thought It Would End Like This”: Rihanna Mourns the Loss of Her Father, Ronald Fenty, at 70

Global music icon Rihanna is grieving the death of her father, Ronald Fenty, who passed away at the age of 70 in Los Angeles following a brief illness. The exact cause and date of his death have not been publicly disclosed.

Ronald Fenty, a Barbadian warehouse supervisor and businessman, had a complex relationship with his daughter, marked by periods of estrangement and reconciliation. In 2019, Rihanna filed a lawsuit against him over unauthorized use of her name in business ventures, which was later dropped in 2021.

Despite their differences, Ronald expressed pride in Rihanna’s achievements and joy at becoming a grandfather. He was reportedly surrounded by family members, including Rihanna and her brother Rajad, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center during his final moments.

Rihanna, currently expecting her third child with partner A$AP Rocky, has not yet publicly commented on her father’s passing. The loss comes at a poignant time as she prepares to expand her own family.

Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Mottley paid tribute to Ronald Fenty, acknowledging his contributions to the nation’s cultural fabric and his role in shaping the woman Rihanna has become.

As the Fenty family mourns, fans and well-wishers around the world extend their condolences to Rihanna during this difficult time.