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Rihanna
Rihanna was born on February 20, 1988 in Saint Michael, Barbados. She released her debut album the year she turned 17, and won her first Grammy Award the year she turned 19.
Rihanna was born in 1988 and is currently 38 years old. Anyone born before 1988 is older than Rihanna.
Rihanna is 38 years old in 2026, born on February 20, 1988 in Saint Michael, Barbados (Pisces).
Rihanna is 38 years old in 2026 and turned 38 on February 20, 2026. Rihanna's age in every year ↓
Born
February 20, 1988
World pop. at birth
~5.1B
Rihanna's age
38
Your age
20
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No — Rihanna was born in 1988. You were born in 2006, making you 18 years younger.
At your age (20), Rihanna had already released 'Disturbia' (the year she turned 20), but hadn't yet released 'Rated R' (the year she turned 21).
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Rihanna's Life Timeline
Robyn Rihanna Fenty was born on February 20, 1988, in Saint Michael, Barbados. She grew up in a modest household and showed an early interest in music, often performing in school and local events. At the age of 16, she moved to the United States to pursue her music career, which marked the beginning of her rise to fame.
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Rihanna was 17 years old when she released her debut album, 'Music of the Sun,' in 2005, which included the hit single 'Pon de Replay.' Over the years, she achieved significant success with numerous chart-topping singles, including 'Umbrella,' 'We Found Love,' and 'Diamonds.' By 2016, she had accumulated 14 #1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying her status as one of the best-selling music artists of all time. In addition to her music career, she launched the Fenty Beauty cosmetics line in 2017, which received critical acclaim for its inclusivity and innovation.
Rihanna has left a lasting legacy in both the music and fashion industries. Her Fenty brand has revolutionized beauty standards, promoting diversity and representation. In 2021, she was recognized as a National Hero of Barbados, reflecting her influence and contributions to her home country. As of now, she continues to work on new music and expand her business ventures, maintaining her position as a prominent figure in popular culture.
Released her debut album
Robyn Rihanna Fenty was 17 years old when she released her debut album, 'Music of the Sun.' This album marked her entry into the music industry and included the hit single 'Pon de Replay,' which helped her gain initial recognition.
Rihanna turned 17 in 2005, the year she released her debut album. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won her first Grammy Award
Robyn Rihanna Fenty was 19 years old when she won her first Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for 'Umbrella.' This award was a significant milestone in her career, showcasing her talent and solidifying her place in the music industry.
Rihanna turned 19 in 2007, the year she won her first Grammy Award. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Umbrella'
Rihanna was 19 years old when she released 'Umbrella,' which spent 10 consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of her signature songs.
Rihanna turned 19 in 2007, the year she released 'Umbrella'. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Good Girl Gone Bad' album
Rihanna was 19 years old when she released 'Good Girl Gone Bad,' the album that transformed her image from a pop-reggae singer into a global pop and R&B icon.
Rihanna turned 19 in 2007, the year she released 'Good Girl Gone Bad' album. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Disturbia'
Rihanna was 20 years old when she released 'Disturbia,' which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and solidified her status as one of pop music's biggest stars.
Rihanna turned 20 in 2008, the year she released 'Disturbia'. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Rated R'
Robyn Rihanna Fenty was 21 years old when she released her fifth studio album, 'Rated R.' The album was critically acclaimed and showcased her growth as an artist, featuring darker themes and a more mature sound.
Rihanna turned 21 in 2009, the year she released 'Rated R'. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became a global superstar
Robyn Rihanna Fenty was 23 years old when she became a global superstar with the release of her album 'Loud.' This album produced several hit singles, including 'S&M' and 'Cheers (Drink to That),' further establishing her as a leading figure in pop music.
Rihanna turned 23 in 2011, the year she became a global superstar. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'We Found Love'
Rihanna was 23 years old when she released 'We Found Love' with Calvin Harris, which topped charts in over 25 countries and became one of the best-selling singles of all time.
Rihanna turned 23 in 2011, the year she released 'We Found Love'. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Anti' album
Rihanna was 28 years old when she released 'Anti,' her eighth studio album which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and marked a more experimental artistic direction.
Rihanna turned 28 in 2016, the year she released 'Anti' album. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Launched Fenty Beauty
Robyn Rihanna Fenty was 29 years old when she launched Fenty Beauty, a cosmetics line that emphasized inclusivity and diversity. The brand received widespread acclaim and significantly impacted the beauty industry.
Rihanna turned 29 in 2017, the year she launched Fenty Beauty. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Was recognized as a National Hero of Barbados
Robyn Rihanna Fenty was 33 years old when she was recognized as a National Hero of Barbados. This honor reflected her contributions to music and her philanthropic efforts, highlighting her influence beyond the entertainment industry.
Rihanna turned 33 in 2021, the year she was recognized as a National Hero of Barbados. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Performed Super Bowl LVII halftime show
Rihanna was 35 years old when she performed the Super Bowl LVII halftime show, her first live performance in over five years, which drew over 121 million viewers.
Rihanna turned 35 in 2023, the year she performed Super Bowl LVII halftime show. Are you older than Rihanna was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Rihanna in each year?
- 2026
- Rihanna is 38 years old in 2026 and turned 38 on February 20, 2026.
- 2005
- Rihanna was 16 at the start of 2005 and turned 17 on February 20, 2005. That year, she released her debut album.
- 2007
- Rihanna was 18 at the start of 2007 and turned 19 on February 20, 2007. That year, she won her first Grammy Award.
- 2008
- Rihanna was 19 at the start of 2008 and turned 20 on February 20, 2008. That year, she released 'Disturbia'.
- 2009
- Rihanna was 20 at the start of 2009 and turned 21 on February 20, 2009. That year, she released 'Rated R'.
- 2011
- Rihanna was 22 at the start of 2011 and turned 23 on February 20, 2011. That year, she released 'We Found Love'.
- 2016
- Rihanna was 27 at the start of 2016 and turned 28 on February 20, 2016. That year, she released 'Anti' album.
- 2017
- Rihanna was 28 at the start of 2017 and turned 29 on February 20, 2017. That year, she launched Fenty Beauty.
- 2023
- Rihanna was 34 at the start of 2023 and turned 35 on February 20, 2023. That year, she performed Super Bowl LVII halftime show.
Rihanna's age in every year
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