Rihanna’s Father Dies: Ronald Fenty Obituary & Age 70
- Ronald Fenty, father of the acclaimed singer Rihanna, has died at the age of 70.
- While the official cause of death remains undisclosed, sources close to the family indicated that Ronald Fenty had been ill.
- Rihanna's brother, Rajad Fenty, was seen arriving at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Wednesday, according to Page Six, in what appeared to be an emotional visit with his father.
Ronald Fenty, the father of global music icon Rihanna, has died at the age of 70, leaving fans and the entertainment world in mourning. Sources confirm his passing in Los Angeles after a brief illness, though the exact cause of death remains unreleased.The news comes as Rihanna, who is expecting her third child with A$AP Rocky, navigates this personal loss. News Directory 3 has the breaking details on Fenty’s passing. The singer’s relationship with her father, marked by past struggles, adds another layer of complexity to this heartbreaking event. The public is awaiting details of the arrangements. Discover what’s next for the family.
Rihanna Mourns Father Ronald Fenty’s Death at 70
Ronald Fenty, father of the acclaimed singer Rihanna, has died at the age of 70. He passed away early Saturday in Los Angeles, according to Starcom Network News, a Barbados-based radio station.
While the official cause of death remains undisclosed, sources close to the family indicated that Ronald Fenty had been ill. Family members reportedly gathered in California to honor his memory.
Rihanna’s brother, Rajad Fenty, was seen arriving at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Wednesday, according to Page Six, in what appeared to be an emotional visit with his father. The news arrives as Rihanna is expecting her third child with partner A$AP Rocky. The superstar revealed her pregnancy earlier this year.
Rihanna, whose full name is Robyn Rihanna Fenty, has spoken about her intricate relationship with her father. Ronald Fenty’s struggles with addiction contributed to his divorce from Rihanna’s mother,Monica Braithwaite,when rihanna was 14.
In a 2011 interview with Vogue, Rihanna described her relationship with her father as “strange.”
‘It’s really strange. That’s the only word I can think of to describe it, becuase you grow up with your father, you know him, you are a part of him, for goodness’ sakes!’
She continued: ‘And then he does something so bizarre that I can’t begin to wrap my mind around it. You hear the horror stories about people going behind people’s backs and doing strange things, but you always think, Not my family. My father would never do that to me.’
What’s next
The family is expected to make arrangements for a private service. Further details will be released as they become available.