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Rihanna’s Father Reportedly Passes Away at 70
According to TMZ, Ronald Fenty passed away in Los Angeles on Saturday, May 31. While the official cause of his death hasn’t been confirmed, sources close to the situation say Ronald had been dealing with health issues. Photos obtained by the outlet show Rihanna’s brother, Rajad Fenty, pulling up to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Wednesday, May 28. It’s believed that Rihanna was also in the car, but she stayed out of sight.
The ‘Diamonds’ singer and her dad had a tight bond over the years, with Ronald Fenty often by her side at red-carpet events, always giving off that proud dad energy. The Barbados native leaves behind Rihanna and her siblings Rajad and Rorrey from his relationship with their mom, Monica Braithwaite. Additionally, he leaves behind his other kids, Kandy, Samantha, and Jamie.
Rihanna hasn’t spoken out about her dad’s passing as of yet, but we’re keeping her and the Fenty family in our prayers during this difficult time. Per Page Six, her family is currently gathering in Los Angeles to commemorate Ronald’s life.
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Ronald Fenty Previously Gushed About Rihanna’s First Pregnancy
Rih-Rih’s loss hits extra hard as she is currently expecting her third child with A$AP Rocky. Ronald couldn’t contain his excitement when Rih was expecting her firstborn, RZA, in 2022. In the chat with Page Six, he spilled about how thrilled he was to see his daughter finally step into motherhood.
“I’m ecstatic,” he said. “Rihanna always said she wanted children, she loves kids. She’s going to be a good mom.”
Ronald even shared how Rih broke the news, sending him ultrasound pics that had him “over the moon.” He gushed, “She’s beautiful inside and out.”
Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty, passed away 💔
Sending love and prayers to Rihanna and her family 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/zVIOgnOH8J
— Fenty Headlines (@FentyHeadlines) May 31, 2025
Ronald fenty the father of Rihanna has unfortunately passed away at the age of 70.
Sending all love and prayers to Rihanna and her family right now 🙏🏾🕊️ pic.twitter.com/xRwXEAsqhk
— LOVE (@LoveIsback24) May 31, 2025
r.i.p ronald fenty 🕊️. you will be missed by many
please send ur prayers to riri please!🙏 pic.twitter.com/eZBitrqwOo
— drea ⭑ (@fentysteez) May 31, 2025
Social Media Reacts To Ronald Fenty’s Passing
As Rihanna navigates losing her dad, Ronald Fenty, while preparing to welcome another bundle of joy, her fans are sending her messages of strength and support. On X (formerly known as Twitter), this is what they’re saying:
@MsAnjaliB wrote, “Oh no. Our condolences. Sending love and strength to Rihanna and her family. ”
@ClaudiaKite wrote, “Losing your dad is the worst pain ever. Sending her my love. ”
@thecityismine_x shared, “Oh no, that’s such sad news to hear. My heart goes out to Rihanna and her family during this difficult time.”
@stonecolekam wrote, “So close to fathers day and a new grandbaby my heart hurts for the family”
@rockstar82vansh shared, “while she’s pregnant too? prayers to her family ”
@asunsweetj commented, “70 years is a life well lived. Praying for comfort and peace for Rihanna and her family as they navigate this loss”
@bardismedia expressed, “he didn’t even get to meet baby #3 yet, lord has him protected in his hands.”
@lordcosmoera wrote, “I wouldn’t be surprised if her father and family name is the reason she named her beauty care company after. I bet they were really close, this sucks let’s pray for them”
@kyelovesyonce wrote, “Hope Rihanna is getting a lot of love rn, may he rest in peace ”
