INFORMATION
| Artist Birtday : | 02/09/1987(Age 38) |
| Born In : | Los Angeles, California |
| Occupation(s) : | Singer - Song-writer |
| Genres : | Pop - Rock |
| Agent : | Phil Lahmann |
| Web Site : | rihanna.com |
Robyn Rihanna Fenty, popularly known simply as Rihanna, was born on February 20, 1988, in Saint Michael, Barbados. She grew up in Bridgetown, where her early life was marked by a passion for music and performing. Rihanna was discovered at the age of 15 by American record producer Evan Rogers, who was vacationing in Barbados. Impressed by her vocal talent and star presence, he invited her to the U.S. to record demo tapes, which eventually caught the attention of Jay-Z, then president of Def Jam Recordings. This led to her signing a major record deal and launching what would become one of the most influential careers in modern pop music.
Rihanna’s debut single, “Pon de Replay” (2005), was an international hit, quickly followed by her first album “Music of the Sun.” Her follow-up albums, including “A Girl Like Me” (2006) and “Good Girl Gone Bad” (2007), propelled her to superstardom. Hits such as “Umbrella,” “Don’t Stop the Music,” “Take a Bow,” and “Disturbia” became global anthems, showcasing her ability to fuse pop, reggae, R&B, and dancehall with ease.
Throughout her career, Rihanna has consistently reinvented her sound and image, with critically acclaimed albums such as “Rated R,” “Loud,” “Talk That Talk,” “Unapologetic,” and the genre-bending masterpiece “ANTI” (2016). Known for her fearless fashion sense, boundary-pushing music videos, and genre versatility, she has become a symbol of empowerment, confidence, and creativity.
In addition to her music, Rihanna has built a powerful business empire. She is the founder of Fenty Beauty, a cosmetics brand celebrated for its inclusivity and wide range of skin tones, as well as Savage X Fenty, a lingerie line that champions body positivity and diversity. These ventures have made her one of the wealthiest women in entertainment and a global entrepreneur.
Rihanna has also ventured into acting, with roles in films such as “Battleship” (2012), “Ocean’s 8” (2018), and “Guava Island” (2019). In 2023, she made her long-awaited return to the stage with a spectacular Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, reminding the world of her unmatched star power.
Philanthropically, she established the Clara Lionel Foundation in 2012, supporting global education, emergency response programs, and climate resilience efforts. Her humanitarian work has earned her several honors, including the Harvard Humanitarian of the Year Award.
Rihanna’s musical style spans pop, R&B, reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop, and her distinctive voice has made her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. She has received nine Grammy Awards, thirteen American Music Awards, twelve Billboard Music Awards, and numerous other accolades.
