Ronald Fenty, Rihanna's father, passed away at age 70 after a brief illness. The cause and date of death haven't been publicly released, but reports indicate he was surrounded by family. Rihanna and her father had a complex relationship, marked by periods of estrangement and reconciliation, including a past lawsuit. The news follows recent photos of Rihanna's brother at a Los Angeles hospital, although her presence wasn't confirmed. Fenty had six children in total from multiple relationships.

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