Sad news from the land of glam, gloss, and Grammy-winning genes: Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty, has passed away at the age of 70 following what’s been described as a “brief illness,” according to Starcom Network. People magazine also confirmed the news, because when Rihanna sneezes, the media catches a cold.
While the exact details of his passing (like date and official cause of death) are still private, what we do know is that Ronald’s family was by his side—because nothing says “final farewell” like emotional chaos in Cedars-Sinai with TMZ lurking in the bushes.
TMZ’s camera ninjas caught Rihanna’s brother Rajad Fenty arriving at the hospital on Wednesday, May 28. Eagle-eyed viewers noticed Rihanna herself was in the car too—yes, our billionaire baby mama, pregnant with her third child, still pulling up for the fam. Imagine pulling up to a hospital while growing an entire Fenty baby and dealing with paparazzi in your face. Icon behavior only.
Now, let’s be real: Rihanna and Ronald’s relationship was more dramatic than a Real Housewives reunion. There were estrangements, reunions, lawsuits, and makeups—basically a telenovela with a Bajan accent. But in recent years, they seemed to patch things up and hit that emotional “update available” button on their bond.
So while this chapter ends on a somber note, it’s comforting to know the family came together for this final moment.
RIP to Ronald Fenty. May he rest peacefully, surrounded by love, good vibes, and maybe a Fenty Skin gift set on the other side. Our hearts go out to Rihanna and her family—stay strong, queen.
