Monica Braithwaite is an American socialite known for being the mother of Lift Me Up singer Rihanna. The mother-daughter duo are inseparable and are often spotted together in media, showcasing a deep bond.

Braithwaite has played an integral role in her daughter's professional success. The American singer has often praised her mother's love and affection which shows the strong family ties.

Monica Braithwaite Is Divorced: Know Rihanna's Father

Rihanna's parents are not together anymore. Monica Braithwaite was married to Ronald Fenty, a supervisor of a warehouse. Braithwaite and Fenty tied the knot in the 1980s and were parents to three children.

Despite having three young ones, Monica and Ronald's marriage did not survive. After spending more than a decade together in an abusive relationship Braithwaite legally separated from Fenty.

Even though, the former couple Braithwaite and Fenty divorced in 2002, they still appear together on multiple occasions. Looks like they are trying to move on leaving their terrible past behind.

Ronald Fenty & Monica Braithwaite Rocky Relationship 

As aforementioned, Monica Braithwaite had a rocky relationship with Ronald Fenty. The disturbance in their marriage was due to Fenty's drug addiction.

Ronald would often physically abuse Monica and emotionally torture her. The witness to all of these, Rihana revealed that sometimes she had to go to save Braithwaite from the violence of her father.

Fenty's behavior worsened as his addiction kept on increasing. Fed up with it, Monica ended her marriage with Ronald and moved out with her children.

Monica Braithwaite Shares Three Children WIth Her Ex-Husband Ronald Fenty

From her nuptials with Ronald Fenty, Monica Braithwaite has three children. She has a daughter and two sons, who are all grown up and standing on their feet now.

Braithwaite's eldest child, Rihanna is a global star now and one of the richest celebrities. Similarly, her son Rorrey Fenty, born on November 13, 1989, is a rapper and DJ.

Rajad Fenty is Monica's youngest child and was born on April 15, 1996. He is a model and social media influencer. Her former husband, Ronald shared another three children, Kandy, Samantha, and Jamie Fenty from his other relationship.

Monica Braithwaite Net Worth: Earnings, Professional Life, And House

During the time of her marriage with Ronald Fenty, Monica Braithwaite used to live in a three-bedroom bungalow in Bridgetown. Now, Rihanna's mother is a millionaire and lives in a mansion.

Monica is estimated to have a net worth of $1 Million. From working as an accountant to supporting her family financially to living a comfortable life, she has come a long way.

The pop star Rihanna who has a jaw-dropping net worth of $1.4 Billion supports her mother,  Braithwaite financially. Rihanna is the first American youngest self-made billionaire.

Diamonds singer owns 50% of Fenty Beauty as well as 30% of a lingerie brand called Savage X Fenty. With all this massive fortune, she has been blessed with the ability to help her family and live a lavish lifestyle.

Monica Braithwaite House Was Gifted By Her Daughter

The Celebrity mother, Monica Braithwaite currently lives in a five-bedroom house located in Barbados. It was a surprise gift from Rihanna in 2012.

Braithwaite was called upon by Oprah in the interview for her show Oprah Winfrey’s Next Chapter. Monica arrived at the mansion and decided the interview her son and she was amazed by the property.

After some moments, Don't stop the music singer surprised her mother by offering the key to the house. Monica was shocked at the time and emotional and shedding tears of joy was the only thing she could do.

Monica Braithwaite Age, Parents & Early Life

Monica Braithwaite was born on April 5, 1969 in Guyana. She is the daughter of Clara Braithwaite and Lionel Braithwaite. Monica is currently in her mid-50s in terms of age.

Braithwaite was only 19 years old when she gave birth to her first child Rihanna. Looking at it, Monica is known to have been married at quite a young age.

Rihanna Admired Her Mother Monica Braithwaite Amid Pregnancy

Only when you walk in another's shoes can you truly appreciate the path they've trodden. This proverb proved to be true once again after the pop star Rihanna appreciated her mother Monica Braithwaite amid of her pregnancy.

Wishing Braithwaite's 54th birthday, Rihanna reflected on her relationship with her mother. Now that she is expecting a child, the pop star has a clearer understanding of her mother's love and sacrifice. 

Rihanna is the mother of two children now. Monica is truly happy being a grandmother and wants to be close to them.

Monica Braithwaite's Daughter Was Also In An Abusive Relationship Like Her

Like Braithwaite her daughter, Rihanna was also in an abusive relationship with rapper Chris Brown. In February 2009, Brown was arrested after he physically abused Rihanna.

Monica's daughter was bleeding and covered in bruises. The Pop-star accused his father Ronald of leaking this information to the media for money. 

The childhood sweetheart Brown and Rihanna broke up in 2009. Now, the pop star is in a relationship with ASAP Rocky.

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