Rihanna Is Now 'Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary' Ambassador
for Barbados Rihanna's sphere of influence just keeps on growing! On Thursday, the singer's home country of Barbados announced her new title. Her duties include "specific responsibility for promoting education, tourism and investment for the island.” The Government Information Service in Barbados described RiRi as an “outstanding Barbadian who has contributed significantly to raising the island’s profile across the world.” Stament from Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley In 2008, Rihanna was appointed a Cultural Ambassador of Barbados. She expressed her excitement at her new role. Statement from Rihanna
