Ronald Fenty, father of internationally renowned singer Rihanna, has passed away at 70 after a short illness. The incident reportedly occurred in Los Angeles, where close family members, including his son Rajad Fenty, were present at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center during his final hours, as confirmed by People magazine.
At the time of this report, Rihanna’s representatives have not released an official statement regarding the loss. The news emerges shortly after the singer revealed she is expecting her third child with partner A$AP Rocky, making the timing particularly poignant for the family.
Rihanna and her father shared a complicated relationship over the years, characterized by periods of estrangement and legal conflict. In 2019, Rihanna took legal action against her father, Ronald Fenty, alleging he used her name and image without consent to promote his business ventures. Despite this legal battle, reports suggest the two had made amends more recently, with Ronald speaking positively about her journey into motherhood.
Ronald Fenty is survived by multiple children, including Rihanna, Rajad, Rorrey, Samantha, Kandy, and Jamie. The family is said to be observing a period of private mourning, as condolences continue to pour in from fans and admirers across the globe.
