MELISSA Forde - often recognized as MDollas - is Rihanna's best friend.
The 36-year-old is said to be the inspiration behind Rihanna's massive hit, Umbrella.
Who is Rihanna's BFF Melissa Forde?
Melissa and Rihanna met in Barbados when the two were just 14 years old and since then, the pair have been inseparable.
Nowadays, Melissa is often seen by Rihanna's side - whether it be attending fashion events and shoots or just enjoying a vacation together.
Melissa is a talented photographer, fashion enthusiast, and entrepreneur.
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Riri regularly credits Melissa's work by using the hashtag: #MTFPhotography.
Melissa, who goes by @mdollas11 on Instagram, has accrued over 820k followers on the platform.
Being that she tends to keep her personal life away from the spotlight, it is unknown whether Melissa is or has been married, or if she has any children.
What did Melissa say for Rihanna's 35th birthday?
On February 20, 2023 - following her highly anticipated Super Bowl performance - Rihanna celebrated her 35th birthday with her boyfriend and baby daddy, A$AP Rocky, at Giorgio Baldi, an Italian restaurant in Santa Monica, California.
Melissa quickly took to Instagram to share a video montage of her and Rihanna over the years.
She captioned the post: "Happyyy Birthdayyy to MY BFF4L @badgalriri today marks not only your 35th Fine Ass birthday but 20 years of friendship/sisterhood!!
"Y’all already know how I’m coming behind mines no questions asked!! Love you for life Rob to 20 more years of friendship and many many more years of life and blessings!"
Was Melissa at Rihanna's ceremony in Barbados?
On Monday, November 29, 2021, Rihanna attended Barbados' ceremony of independence where she received a National Hero award.
After almost 400 years, Barbados officially severed its ties with the British monarchy.
The country became a republic and inaugurated its first President ever.
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During the ceremony on Monday evening, Rihanna was honored by Barbados' Prime Minister, Mia Mottley.
Melissa was in attendance at the ceremony, taking to Instagram to post pictures with her best friend and honor her achievement.
In a caption, she wrote: "The Right Excellent Robyn Rihanna Fenty a living legend and a living National Hero for Barbados!!! Last night and this morning I got to witness history."
"I had the opportunity to grow and am still growing with a living National Hero and Ambassador for my country Barbados who also happens to be my best friend!!
"WOW God is the greatest and I’m proud I got to witness this incredible journey of yours @badgalriri may God continue to guide bless and protect you! This honor is so well deserved love you sis!"
