Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley has confirmed that Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty, has passed away in Los Angeles after battling an unspecified illness. He was 70.

Rihanna 's dad, Ronald Fenty, has died, PEOPLE can confirm. He was 70. According to Starcom Network, which was first to report the news, Fenty died in Los Angeles following "a brief illness." His official cause and date of death have yet to be revealed.

The news of Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty’s death, has shocked the singer’s fans. The 70-year-old reportedly took his last breath in Los Angeles. Local news reports have additionally stated Fenty was surrounded by his loved ones during his last moments.