Who is Monica Braithwaite?
Celebrity Afro-Guyanese family member Monica Braithwaite was born under the zodiac sign Aries on 5 April 1969, in Guyana. She’s perhaps known best for being the mother of famous Barbadian singer and actress Robyn Rihanna Fenty.
Early life and education
Monica was raised in Guyana by her Afro-Guyanese parents Lionel and Clara Braithwaite; she prefers not to speak about her parents in public and thus not many details about them have been disclosed.
Monica studied at a local high school in Guyana, and had a tough childhood as she had to both study and work as her parents needed her to help them out financially; she matriculated in 1987 and married around the same time, thus not pursuing a career in any field but focusing on being a housewife and raising her children.
Monica’s career
Not many details have been disclosed about Monica’s career, but it’s widely known that she’s today working as an accountant.
Love life and marriage
It was not long after she completed her high school education that Monica exchanged vows with Barbadian warehouse supervisor Ronald Fenty; she gave birth to their daughter Robyn Rihanna Fenty on 20 February 1988 in Saint Michael, Barbados, and Robyn’s two brothers Rorrey and Rajad Fenty followed on 13 November 1989 and 15 April 1996, respectively. By marrying Ronald, Monica also became the stepmother of his three children Jaime, Samantha and Kandy.
The marriage wasn’t happy as Ronald was a crack cocaine addict and alcoholic, so in 2002 Monica left Ronald and took their children with her. She then helped her daughter succeed in the music industry by paying for her singing and dance lessons, while her son Rorrey went on to become a rapper known by the name ‘Gallest’.
We don’t know about other men whom Monica’s perhaps dated; she seems to be unattached as of March 2024, was married to Ronald Fenty, and has three children with him.
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Interesting facts and hobbies
Monica’s active on Instagram and her account’s followed by nearly 650 people, while she’s shared just 22 pictures and videos; most feature her spending time with her daughter, and attending Rihanna’s red carpet events.
Monica’s a philanthropist and has donated money to various charity organizations together with her daughter.
She’s passionate about travelling, and has been all around the US to watch her daughter perform.
Monica’s become passionate about clothes, and was employed at her daughter’s company Fenty.
She likes to listen to music, and some of her favorite singers (besides Rihanna) are Whitney Houston, Beyonce and Lady Gaga.
One of Monica’s favorite actresses is Audrey Hepburn, while some of her favorite movies are “Sabrina”, “Charade” and “Roman Holiday”.
Monica’s daughter’s gifted her a five-bedroom mansion in Barbados.
Net worth, height and age
Monica’s age is 54. Her eyes are brown and hair’s black, she weighs around 155lbs (70kgs) and is 5ft 5ins (1.65m) tall.
Monica’s net worth’s been estimated at more than $100,000 as of March 2024, and her daughter Rihanna’s at over $1.4 billion.
About her daughter Rihanna
Famous Barbadian singer, actress and businesswoman Robyn Rihanna Fenty was born under the zodiac sign Pisces on 20 February 1988. She’s widely regarded as the best recording artist of the century, having been active in the music industry since 2005, when she signed a contract with Def Jam Recordings. She’s released eight albums, and all of these together have sold more than 250 million worldwide, making her the second best-selling female artist of all-time.
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Rihanna and her two brothers were raised in a three-bedroom house in Bridgetown, and she began working at an early age as she sold clothes with her father from a street stall. She suffered from severe headaches as a child and had numerous CT scans, however, her health improved once her parents separated. Rihanna found some comfort by listening to reggae music while growing up.
She studied at Charles F. Broome Memorial Primary School prior to progressing to Combermere School, from which she eventually dropped out wanting to pursue music.
Rihanna’s debut single “Pon de Replay” was released in 2005 and became an instant hit, propelling her to stardom; this was followed by her first studio album “Music of the Sun”, which showcased her unique blend of Caribbean rhythms and R&B influences.
It was Rihanna’s third studio album “Good Girl Gone Bad”, released in 2007, that made her a music star; the album spawned several chart-topping singles, including “Umbrella”, which featured Jay-Z and became one of the biggest hits of the year, cementing Rihanna’s status as a pop icon, and earning her numerous awards, including her first Grammy win.
Rihanna’s most recent (eighth) studio album “Anti” came out on 28 January 2016 to mixed reviews.
Throughout her career, Rihanna’s continually pushed the boundaries of her music, experimenting with different genres and collaborating with a diverse range of artists. From dance-pop to reggae and from ballads to hip-hop, she’s demonstrated her versatility as an artist, earning critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase in the process.
In addition to her success as a recording artist, Rihanna’s also ventured into other areas of the entertainment industry, including acting and philanthropy. She’s appeared in several films, including “Battleship” and ”Ocean’s 8”, showcasing her acting talent and expanding her presence beyond the music world. She’s also been actively involved in various charitable initiatives, using her popularity to advocate for causes such as education, healthcare and disaster relief.
Rihanna’s most notable achievements outside of music lie in the world of business; in 2015, she launched her own beauty and cosmetics brand Fenty Beauty, in partnership with LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s leading luxury goods conglomerate. Fenty Beauty made waves in the industry by prioritizing inclusivity and diversity, offering a wide range of make-up products suitable for all skin tones. The brand’s debut foundation line, consisting of 40 different shades, received widespread praise for its groundbreaking approach to beauty.
Fenty Beauty’s success paved the way for further ventures into the world of fashion and skincare; in 2019, Rihanna launched her luxury fashion label Fenty, becoming the first woman of color to lead a fashion house under LVMH. Fenty’s collections have been praised for their bold designs, innovative fabrics and emphasis on inclusivity, challenging traditional standards of beauty and fashion.
In addition to Fenty Beauty and Fenty, Rihanna’s also found success with her lingerie line Savage X Fenty, which she launched in 2018, praised for its commitment to diversity and body positivity, offering a wide range of sizes and celebrating women of all shapes and backgrounds.
