10 Rihanna Facts You Didn’t Know Until Today

Did you know that singer and songwriter Rihanna holds many Guinness world records and she won a High school beauty pageant when she was just 16 years old?

The Barbarian singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur has earned her fame and become a global icon. With her stunning vocals and exceptionally charming style and mind-blowing performances she has become a big name in the music industry. But she has more to offer than just her singing talent. In this blog, we will dive into 10 exclusive facts about Rihanna, showcasing her journey to the limelight. But there are many facts about her fans might not know, here are 10 exclusive facts about RiRi.

    1. Rihanna’s movie cameos you might not remember 

Rihanna’s nine movies and TV shows you might not remember. She created waves in Hollywood several years ago with her cameos in movies like 'Bring It On All or Nothing' a 2006 film, 'Battleship', she made her acting debut as 'Weps’ a petty officer in the action movie, along with Alexander Skarsgard and Taylor Kitsch. She confessed, “I was terrified because it was a whole new world," moreover added, “It's a big industry and it's one that I have a lot of respect for and acting. I didn't know what I was doing, so walking into something so big and being a part of such a huge film, was a lot of pressure and I had to keep up with the other actors around me. I was nervous." In more movies like 'This Is the End' a 2013 movie, and the 2014 films 'Annie', 'Home' and 'Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets', the global star made her appearances.

    2. She won a beauty pageant in high school

Rihanna is one of those stars people assume that they are created for greatness. We have known the Barbadian star for her being the queen of versatility. From her previous days, as an emerging artist producing uplifting Caribbean style hooks, to her journey through pop and R&B stardom, featuring in films, becoming a beauty and fashion icon, and now ultimately a mother, she continues to amaze us with her dynamic talents. Her efforts highlight herself, as Rihanna has now earned her tag as a billionaire and is the richest female musician in the whole world. Before being a singer and dancer, RIRI was just a regular girl coming from a small country with an exceptional childhood, you might not know about. The singer had a humble debut as an Island girl with big dreams in her eyes. She got her break while signing with Jay-Z’s Def Jam Records at only sixteen, becoming a buzzing musician in the industry. Rihanna was a pageant queen who made the judges’ jaw-dropped with her singing talent. 

    3. She holds several Guinness World Records

From being the richest female singer on the globe to being the first musician ever to earn a 100 million RIAA single certificate, Rihanna has made impressive Guinness world records. She has earned the tag of the most streamed album on Spotify by a Female artist, RiRi also broke the record for the most consecutive years with A UK No. 1 Single, she also earned the most MTV VMA Nominations for the best collaboration and many more. 

    4. She is remarkable for her philanthropic work

People across the world know Rihanna for her musical talent and stunning fashion makeup and lingerie brands, apart from generating these global brands, she has also created an organization to help people who are in need. Back in 2012, Rihanna developed the Clara Lionel Foundation, and after two years, a charity event known as the Diamond Ball, her philanthropy work is creating a change in delicate communities across the world. She created the CLF, remembering her grandparents. The organization supports educational initiatives and helps in emergencies like natural disasters for various communities throughout the world. Additionally, the foundation has created an emergency response system. Back in 2020, when Hurricane Dorian struck the Bahamas, Clara Lionel offered over $1 million in emergency relief funds. The grant paid for a bomb in food distribution, health care centers rebuilt and waste management, and many more. Besides developing the Clara Lionel Foundation, she produced a yearly event called 'Diamond Ball' in 2014. It engages 'A-list' and 'A-list' stars to give a great amount to her organization. For example, the 2017 charity event arranged over $5 million. Apart from raising donations, the star uses Diamond Ball to spread the important issues in various parts of the globe, letting the people know why it is necessary to donate to people in need. Rihanna has fully utilized her fame to break down several boundaries in society. Along with the Diamond Ball and Clara Lionel Foundation, hopefully, her philanthropy work will continue to change more lives across the world. 

    5. Beauty Mogul Rihanna was not allowed to wear any makeup while growing up 

Even before she entered the world of makeup and beauty officially, she was adored for her beauty. Besides being a talented artist, many envy her stunning skin and flawless style. Rihanna’s exclusive beauty makeup line made an enormous mark on the industry. The global icon's interest in cosmetics comes from her parents and upbringing, all though she was not allowed to put any makeup on her as a child. She launched her beauty brand Fenty Beauty in 2011, she did an interview where she talked about her inspiration for makeup, growing confidence, and her approach to personal styling. She explained foundation as the “very first makeup product I fell in love with” after applying some for a pageant she took part in during her childhood in her home country. She recalled, “I will never forget the feeling I had after seeing how even my skin looked when she put foundation on my face. And I remember my brother being so upset. He was like, “You’re gonna put that on every day?” I loved it. It’s like Photoshop. I like my makeup to look like skin—really good skin”.

    6. She owns a street named after her in Barbados

Many celebrities have earned awards and something named after theirs, sometimes a charity, a grant, or a statue. But most of the celebrities never manage to achieve the absolute fame mark, a street name after theirs. However, Katharine Hepburn, Judy Garland, and Fred Astaire have a street name after theirs. But now the global superstar Rihanna joins the club. On the Independence Day of Barbados, the government of Barbados renamed the street to Rihanna Drive where she grew up. The star is already a cultural ambassador for her country. The government of Barbados deserves more credit for having their guts because the street couldn’t have been ‘Rihanna Way’ or ‘Rihanna Circle’. The global star attended the naming occasion on Barbados Independence Day back in 2017. 

    7. There is actually ‘Rihanna Day’ 

The multi-hyped musician marked her first-ever holiday as a National Hero of her home country Barbados with a sweet and heart-warming Instagram post, writing, "My very first #NationalHeroesDay as a National Hero of my country Barbados! continued writing, “What an absolute honor to be amongst such great men and women who have come before me and held this title in commitment to our nation! I will forever cherish these memories and continue to represent the Bajan people and my home Barbados to the fullest!!" RiRi added, “Love and gratitude to both The Prime Minister, The Honorable Mia Amor Mottley, and our President, Her Excellency The Most Honorable Dame Sandra Mason for trusting me with this honor!"

    8. She did military training in Barbados

Before she became a global icon, the music phenomenon was an army cadet in her native country Barbados in a sub-military program. She shared in an interview, “My military training came in handy for learning to balance books on my head for the catwalk," also added, “That's what drill sergeants do. We boss cadets around, we make them do push-ups ... especially when they show up on the parade square late,"

    9. She drinks before performing 

Rihanna does shots before each of her performances. So in the times when Rihanna has to perform in front of thousands of fans, specifically her multiple nights on tour or when she played for the Super Bowl, the musician feels pressure Rihanna uses an unconventional process that many might have tried and stay away from that is to do shots before every performances. Anyone who is not alien to Rihanna’s creations knows that she has several songs that refer to drinking alcohol in them. 

    10. She is an advocate for body positivity

Rihanna has been pretty vocal about body positivity and has been promoting self-confidence and acceptance for people of all sizes and shapes. Her unique approach to fashion and beauty has inspired several and made her popular among her fan base. 

Conclusion

The multi-talented star’s achievements as a singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur speak loud about her dedication and aim. Not only has she found success in music, but she has also made a remarkable influence in the world of fashion and beauty and many more.