Rihanna’s father Ron Fenty dead at 70

Rihanna’s Father, Ronald Fenty, Passes Away at 70

Ronald Fenty, the father of global music icon Rihanna, has died at the age of 70 following a brief illness. He passed away early Saturday in Los Angeles, with family members, including Rihanna’s brother Rajad Fenty, seen gathering at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Rihanna was believed to be present but has not publicly commented on her father’s passing.

The sad news comes amid reports that the singer is expecting her third child with partner A$AP Rocky.

Rihanna and her father shared a complex relationship marked by his struggles with alcohol and drug abuse and the divorce from her mother when Rihanna was 14. Despite estrangement and a legal dispute in 2019 over Ronald allegedly exploiting Rihanna’s name, they later reconciled.

Ronald expressed joy in being a grandfather to Rihanna’s son RZA, born in 2022. He praised his daughter’s devotion to motherhood during past comments.

Ronald Fenty is survived by his children: Rihanna, Rorrey, Rajad, Samantha, Kandy, and Jamie. His passing marks a significant personal loss for the singer and her family.

As the world mourns alongside Rihanna, we extend our deepest condolences to her and her family during this difficult time.

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