Rihanna Suffers Tragic Loss As Her Father Passes on After Brief Illness at Age 70: "Very Sad News"

Rihanna Suffers Tragic Loss As Her Father Passes on After Brief Illness at Age 70: "Very Sad News"

  • Singer Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty, has reportedly passed away after a brief illness at the age of 70
  • He died in Los Angeles following "a brief illness," according to a local outlet from Barbados, which is Rihanna’s home country
  • There has been no comment from the singer or her family, but fans have shared their condolences

Rihanna's father, Ronald Fenty, has passed away at 70 in Los Angeles after a brief illness. People confirmed that her family, including brother Rajad Fenty, was present at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center during his final moments.

Although Rihanna's management team hasn't officially commented on the reports, the news comes as a shock given her third pregnancy announcement with partner A$AP Rocky.

Rihanna has lost her dad at the age of 70.
Singer Rihanna's dad died after a brief illness. Credit: @badgalriri
Source: Instagram

Rihanna's relationship with her father was reportedly complex and marked by periods of estrangement and public disputes.

In 2019, she sued him over unauthorized use of her name and likeness, alleging he misrepresented their connection to third parties. However, the two had reportedly reconciled in recent years, with Ronald expressing pride over her transition into motherhood.

Ronald Fenty leaves behind several children, including Rihanna, Rajad, Rorrey, Samantha, Kandy, and Jamie. The family is mourning privately, with messages of support pouring in from fans worldwide.

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Recall, ASAP Rocky was the happiest man on earth right now after being found not guilty of two counts of assault.

It will be recalled that the American rapper, who was accused of firing a semi-automatic handgun at his former friend, ASAP.

Relli in November 2021 After he was found not guilty, the rapper jumped on his sister, mother and Rihanna to give her a tight hug.

How fans reacted to Rihanna's passing

Legit.ng compiled some reactions below:

@mr__d.m.v said:

"Rest in paradise! Sending love and prayers."

@mystic9977 said:

"RIHANNA 😭😭😭😭😭😭 OH MY GOODNESS!! NOOOOOOO."

@shermaine_watson_anderson said:

"🫂 🤍🕊️ may his soul rest in peace."
Rihanna has lost her dad at the age of 70.
Singer Rihanna's dad died after a brief illness. Credit: @badgalriri
Source: Instagram

@officialchadonlee said:

"Some people will say, "Rihanna made a sacrifice"

@mattiabonorahairstylist87 said:

"😮 omg this is a very sad news."

@mukadzi_wa_jay said:

"So sorry for your loss."

@wasillawarlock said:

"But was he wearing a mask?"

@mukadzi_wa_jay said:

"So sorry for your loss."

@tracynorris785 said:

"Rhianna, OMG, I am so sorry for your loss. This is devastating. Praying for you and your family. 😢😢😢😢🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️."

@suzigalatte14 said:

"I'm so sorry for your loss Rihanna."

@andreawashington8587 said:

"My prayers are with you my condolences 🙏🏾."

Rihanna's Third Pregnancy: Anita Joseph replies Saida Boj on Her Reaction

According to a previous reported by Anita Joseph was not going to let Saida Boj shade Rihanna for free and decided to respond to her in a video.

News had broken on the internet that Rihanna was expecting her third pregnancy and pictures began to fly around

The news was accepted with mixed reactions, as Saida Boj shared her opinion about it, prompting Anita Joseph's response to her.

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