Rihanna Mourns the Loss of Her Father, Ronald Fenty
Rihanna is grieving the recent loss of her father, Ronald Fenty, who passed away at the age of 70. The official cause of his death has now been revealed, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding his passing. The news has resonated widely, with fans offering their heartfelt support to the global superstar during this deeply emotional period.
View this post on Instagram
Sources report that Ronald Fenty died on May 30 in Los Angeles after facing multiple health issues. Medical findings indicate that his death resulted from a combination of acute respiratory failure, pancreatic cancer, and aspiration pneumonia. Other contributing conditions included acute renal failure and acute tubular necrosis.
Just days earlier, on May 28, Rihanna’s younger brother, Rajad Fenty, was seen arriving at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, with Rihanna reportedly accompanying him in the vehicle.
Although Rihanna, born Robyn Rihanna Fenty, had a complicated and sometimes turbulent relationship with her father over the years, they eventually reconciled. In early 2023, Ronald expressed his happiness at becoming a grandfather to Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s child.
Ronald Fenty had three children—Rihanna, Rajad, and Rorrey—with his former wife Monica Braithwaite. The couple divorced in 2002.
Ronald’s passing marks a solemn chapter for Rihanna and her family, bringing to a close a story marked by both difficulties and healing. Despite the pain of losing him after his battle with serious illnesses, his memory as a father and grandfather endures among his loved ones. While the family grieves privately, fans worldwide continue to send their condolences and support to Rihanna during this challenging time.