Rihanna's father Ronald Fenty dies aged 70
Ronald Fenty, the father of global music icon Rihanna, has passed away at the age of 70, according to a recent report.
The beloved patriarch died early Saturday morning in Los Angeles, as confirmed by Starcom Network News, a prominent radio station based in Rihanna's homeland of Barbados.
While the official cause of death has not yet been publicly disclosed, sources close to the family indicated that Ronald Fenty succumbed after a brief illness.
Following the heartbreaking news, family members reportedly gathered in California to pay their respects and honor his memory.
Photos obtained by Page Six show Rihanna's brother, Rajad Fenty, arriving at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Wednesday to visit their father in what appeared to be an emotional moment for the family. More Trending
This tragic news comes at a poignant time for Rihanna, who is currently expecting her third child with longtime partner A$AP Rocky.
The superstar revealed her pregnancy earlier this month, capturing worldwide attention when she proudly showcased her baby bump at the Met Gala.
Rihanna, born Robyn Rihanna Fenty, has had a complicated relationship with her father over the years.
Reports have detailed past struggles Ronald faced with alcohol and drug addiction, challenges that contributed to his divorce from Monica Braithwaite, Rihanna's mother, when the singer was just 14 years old.
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