Celebrity
Rihanna made national hero as Barbados becomes republic (VIDEO/Photos)
Rihanna Robyn Fenty was honoured by Prime Minister Mia Mottley at an event marking Barbados new status as a republic.
The artist and businesswoman was previously named ambassador to Barbados in 2018.
Barbados declared singer Rihanna a national hero during its republican celebrations in Bridgetown.
The country’s prime minister, Mia Mottley, said,
‘On behalf of a grateful nation, but an even prouder people, we therefore present to you, the designee, for national hero of Barbados, ambassador Robyn Rihanna Fenty may you continue to shine like a diamond.’
The singer accepted the honour to cheers from the crowd. The ceremony was part of celebrations as Barbados became the world’s newest republic.