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Happy Birthday Rihanna

By | Hip-Hop Media Training – Fri, Feb 20, 2009 1:53 PM EST

Rihanna turns 21 Friday (February 20), but the big birthday party that had been in the works was canceled due to her alleged assault by her boyfriend Chris Brown. 

Having to cancel plans to celebrate any birthday is disappointing, but calling off the events for a milestone occasion is worse.

It is even sadder that the photo taken of her after the tragic February 8 incident was leaked on the eve of her special day.

Hopefully, Rihanna is spending her birthday with loved ones and is able to take some time to reflect on her life.

We know that with the support of her family and friends, she will be able to pull through this ordeal and even have the strength to encourage victims of domestic violence to persevere.

Get well soon Rihanna. You've just turned 21. Your career is just getting started.

Watch our Rihanna Birthday Video Show with 21 of our favorite clips from the Barbados beauty, including everything from "Pon De Replay" to "Rehab."

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