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Rihanna

Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Fenty Beauty · United States

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-23

Rihanna is the CEO of Fenty Beauty. Rihanna is based in the United States. Rihanna was born in 1988 in Saint Michael.

Robyn Rihanna Fenty is a Barbadian singer, songwriter, and businesswoman who founded Fenty Beauty in 2017. She created the brand to provide inclusive cosmetics across all skin tones. She also founded Savage X Fenty and the Clara Lionel Foundation, and has achieved billionaire status through her business ventures.

Recent developments

AI summary of recent coverage

Recent coverage of Rihanna has focused on Fenty Beauty's product launches and expansions, including new lip shades, blush formulations, and the introduction of Fenty Skin marketing featuring A$AP Rocky. Additionally, headlines have addressed potential ownership changes, with reports suggesting Jay-Z's firm may acquire LVMH's stake in the brand, alongside broader questions about the company's market position and a discontinuation of its Pro Filt'r foundation line.

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Born
February 20, 1988 · Saint Michael
Citizenship
Barbados
Awards
Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Recording, Grammy Award for Best Melodic Rap Performance, Grammy Award for Best Progressive R&B Album, Humanitarian of the Year, Icon Award

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Rihanna: FAQ

Who is Rihanna?
Rihanna is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Fenty Beauty, based in United States.
What company does Rihanna lead?
Rihanna is CEO of Fenty Beauty.