Personal Details :
- Full Name: Robyn Rihanna Fenty
- Date of Birth: February 20, 1988
- Age: 37 (as of 2025)
- Place of Birth: Saint Michael, Barbados
- Nationality: Barbadian
- Ethnicity: Afro-Barbadian, Afro-Guyanese, and Irish descent
- Height: 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
- Eye Color: Green
- Hair Color: Naturally dark brown (often dyed in various colors)
- Occupation: Singer, songwriter, actress, fashion designer, businesswoman
- Years Active: 2003–present
- Genres: Pop, R&B, reggae, hip hop, dance
- Record Labels: Def Jam, Roc Nation, Westbury Road
- Education: Combermere High School, Barbados (left at age 16 to pursue music)
- Religion: Christian
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
- Children: 2 sons with rapper A$AP Rocky
- Notable Nicknames: Riri, Bad Gal Riri
- Official Website: rihanna.com
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @badgalriri
- Twitter: @rihanna
- YouTube: RihannaVEVO
- TikTok: @badgalriri
- Facebook: Rihanna
- Spotify: Rihanna
Career Overview :
Early Career & Breakthrough (2003–2006)
- Discovered at age 15 by music producer Evan Rogers in Barbados.
- Signed to Def Jam Recordings after auditioning for Jay-Z.
- Released debut album Music of the Sun (2005), which included the hit single “Pon de Replay.”
- Followed up with the album A Girl Like Me (2006), featuring hits like “SOS” and “Unfaithful.”
Global Stardom (2007–2012)
- Released the critically acclaimed album Good Girl Gone Bad (2007), featuring the global hit “Umbrella” featuring Jay-Z.
- Shifted her musical style towards pop, R&B, and dance.
- Received multiple awards, including her first Grammy Award for “Umbrella.”
- Released successful albums Rated R (2009) and Loud (2010), with hits like “Rude Boy” and “Only Girl (In the World).”
- Expanded her public image with edgy fashion and performances.
Artistic Evolution & Entrepreneurship (2013–Present)
- Released albums Unapologetic (2012) and Anti (2016), with hits such as “Diamonds” and “Work.”
- Ventured into acting with roles in movies like Battleship (2012), Ocean’s 8 (2018), and Guava Island (2019).
- Launched Fenty Beauty in 2017, praised for its inclusivity and broad shade range, revolutionizing the cosmetics industry.
- Founded Savage X Fenty, a successful lingerie brand promoting diversity and body positivity.
- Continued music career with collaborations and singles, maintaining a strong presence despite fewer album releases.
- Known for philanthropy, including Clara Lionel Foundation, supporting education and emergency response worldwide.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Family: Raised in Barbados by her parents, Ronald and Monica Fenty, with two younger brothers, Rorrey and Rajad.
- Relationships: Has been linked to several high-profile figures, including Chris Brown, Drake, Hassan Jameel, and currently dating rapper A$AP Rocky, with whom she has two children.
- Philanthropy: Founded the Clara Lionel Foundation in 2012, focusing on education, health, and emergency response programs worldwide.
- Fashion & Beauty: Passionate about fashion and design; actively involved in her brands Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty.
- Hobbies: Enjoys traveling, art, and fitness; often shares workout routines and lifestyle tips on social media.
- Interests: Strong advocate for diversity, inclusion, and mental health awareness.
Net Worth :
As of 2025, Rihanna’s net worth is estimated at approximately $1 billion, according to Forbes . This marks a significant decline from her previous valuation of $1.4 billion, primarily due to challenges in her business ventures.
Fenty Beauty
Rihanna co-owns Fenty Beauty with LVMH, holding a 50% stake. The brand, known for its inclusivity and wide shade range, has faced flat sales amid a challenging market environment, including a difficult launch in China .
Savage X Fenty
Her lingerie brand, Savage X Fenty, has also encountered setbacks, including a leadership change when its CEO left in August 2024 to join Victoria’s Secret . Despite these challenges, Rihanna continues to innovate, recently launching a bridal collection.
Music Career
Rihanna’s music career remains a significant aspect of her wealth, with over 250 million records sold worldwide. However, she has not released a full album since 2016’s Anti, focusing more on her business endeavors.
Real Estate & Investments
Rihanna owns luxury properties, including a $21 million penthouse in Los Angeles and a $13.8 million mansion in Beverly Hills . Additionally, she has investments in various sectors, including a fragrance line and brand endorsements.
Personal Life
In her personal life, Rihanna announced her third pregnancy at the 2025 Met Gala, where she appeared alongside partner A$AP Rocky .
Awards & Achievements :
- Grammy Awards: 9 wins out of 33 nominations, including Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for “Umbrella” and Best Urban Contemporary Album for “Anti.”
- American Music Awards: 13 wins, including Artist of the Year (2016) and Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist.
- Billboard Music Awards: Over 12 wins, including Top Female Artist and Top R&B Album.
- MTV Video Music Awards: 8 wins, including Video of the Year for “We Found Love.”
- Brit Awards: 2 wins, including International Female Solo Artist.
- Iconic Recognitions: Named the “Digital Songs Artist of the Decade” by Billboard (2010s).
- Guinness World Records: Holds multiple records including most digital singles sold by a female artist.
- Fashion & Business Awards: Honored by CFDA for her impact on fashion; Forbes listed her as one of the richest female musicians and influential entrepreneurs.
- Philanthropy: Recognized for humanitarian work through the Clara Lionel Foundation, receiving awards like Harvard’s Humanitarian of the Year.
Fun Facts :
- Rihanna was discovered through a demo tape sent by her father to music producer Evan Rogers.
- She is the first Black woman to head a luxury brand under LVMH with her Fenty fashion line.
- Rihanna holds a Guinness World Record for the most digital singles sold by a female artist worldwide.
- She once performed a secret show at a refugee camp in the Central African Republic to raise awareness.
- Rihanna is known for her ever-changing hair colors and bold fashion statements.
- She is multilingual and can speak Bajan Creole fluently.
- Rihanna has a passion for art and has a collection of contemporary art pieces.
- She was named Harvard’s Humanitarian of the Year in 2017 for her philanthropic work.
- Her song “Umbrella” became an international anthem and won her a Grammy Award.