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Pop Superstar, Rihanna, Named Barbados’ 11th National Hero

International singing sensation, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, popularly known as "Rihanna" -- Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary for Barbados, with specific responsibility for promoting education, tourism and investment -- was named as the island's 11th National Hero, on Tuesday, November 30.

Barbados Prime Minister, Mia Amor Mottley, made the announcement, just before 1:00 am, during the investiture ceremony in National Heroes Square, to officially declare the island a republic, and install Dame Sandra Mason as President.

“... Ambassador Robin Rihanna Fenty has given service to Barbados, which has been exemplified by visionary and pioneering leadership, extraordinary achievement, and the attainment of the highest excellence that is redounded to the honour of Barbados …. May you continue to ‘shine like a diamond’ and bring honour to your nation by your words, by your actions, and to do credit, wherever you shall go. God bless you, my dear,” PrimeMinister Mottley declared.

To date, Rihanna is the youngest person to receive the honour, and has joined Sir Garfield as the island’s second living National Hero. Since her introduction to the international scene in 2005, with her debut single, ‘Pon De Replay’, Rihanna has gone on to win nine Grammy Awards.

Aside from making her mark as a singer, the 33-year-old has developed into an iconic businesswoman in the beauty and fashion industries. She has also been recognised internationally, for her humanitarian efforts, through the Clara Lionel Foundation.

After receiving her insignia, “Rihanna” thanked the government, saying she had travelled the world and received several awards, but none could be compared to the recognition of her homeland; adding that she was proud to be a Barbadian and urged the young people to continue to “push Barbados forward”.