Title: Prayers Up: Rihanna’s Father Ronald Fenty Reportedly Passes Away at 70
Heartbreaking news has surfaced from Los Angeles, sending shockwaves through the entertainment world and leaving fans of global superstar Rihanna mourning alongside her. According to reports from TMZ, the singer’s father, Ronald Fenty, has passed away at the age of 70.
The tragic news follows recent sightings of Rihanna and her brother Rajad Fenty at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where Ronald was reportedly undergoing treatment for undisclosed health issues. While an official cause of death has not yet been confirmed, sources close to the family suggest that Ronald had been battling a medical condition in the days leading up to his passing.
A Private Family Moment Turns Public
On May 28, paparazzi captured images of Rajad Fenty arriving at the hospital, appearing visibly solemn. Though Rihanna was not photographed directly, insiders say she was in the vehicle but chose to remain out of the public eye—a decision that speaks volumes about the emotional weight of the situation.
Just three days later, on Saturday, May 31, Ronald Fenty reportedly died in Los Angeles. The Fenty family is said to be gathering privately to celebrate Ronald’s life and support one another through the loss.
Fans from around the world have taken to social media to express their condolences, offering words of love and strength to the Barbados-born singer and her family. The hashtag #PrayersForRihanna began trending shortly after the news broke, with thousands sharing messages of sympathy.
“Can’t imagine what Rihanna is going through. Losing a parent is a pain no one prepares you for,” one fan wrote on X.
“My heart goes out to the entire Fenty family,” another posted. “Ronald wasn’t perfect, but he was her father. That bond never breaks.”
A Complicated Relationship, Rooted in Love
Rihanna and Ronald Fenty’s relationship has been publicly complicated over the years. The singer has spoken candidly in past interviews about her father’s struggles with addiction and their rocky history. Despite their differences, she has also expressed a desire to heal and move forward, even helping him recover from COVID-19 in 2020 by flying him to a private location for treatment.
In many ways, the Fenty family’s journey has mirrored that of many others—imperfect, emotional, but rooted in resilience and love.
“My dad’s not the easiest man to love,” Rihanna once said in a 2012 interview. “But he’s my dad, and that will always matter.”
What’s Next for the Fenty Family
As of now, Rihanna and her team have not released an official statement, and it’s expected that the family will continue to grieve privately. Friends close to the Fentys say the mood is somber but deeply united, with loved ones flying in to Los Angeles to pay their respects and stand by Rihanna during this incredibly difficult time.
The singer, who is known to be fiercely protective of her inner circle, has taken a step back from public appearances in recent weeks—possibly in anticipation of her father’s declining health.
In Loving Memory
Ronald Fenty leaves behind his children, including Robyn “Rihanna” Fenty, and a legacy marked by both struggle and strength. As fans around the world send their love and prayers, one thing is clear: Rihanna’s resilience, grace, and heart were shaped in part by the man who raised her, flaws and all.
Our thoughts are with Rihanna and the entire Fenty family.
