Updated Feb. 20, 2024 at 1:05 p.m.
Rihanna was born on this day in 1988 on the island of Barbados. One of the most popular singers of the 21st century, she is also a very successful businesswoman.
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Who is Rihanna?
Rihanna is a singer, actress, fashion designer, and entrepreneur from Saint-Michael, Barbados in the Caribbean . She first gained international fame in 2005 with her debut single "Pon de Replay".
What has Rihanna done outside of music?
Rihanna has acted in several films, including "Battleship" and "Ocean's 8." She is also a successful entrepreneur, with her Fenty Beauty cosmetics line. She has also launched a lingerie line called Savage X Fenty and a luxury fashion line in partnership with LVMH called Fenty.
How many awards has Rihanna won?
Rihanna has won 9 Grammy Awards, 13 Billboard Music Awards, and 8 American Music Awards.
Has Rihanna done any charity work?
Rihanna has also been recognized for her philanthropic work, including being named Harvard University's Humanitarian of the Year in 2017. She established the Clara Lionel Foundation in 2012, which supports education, health, and emergency response programs. She also supports various other organizations such as Global Partnership for Education, Unicef, and the World Health Organization.