Global music icon The Right Excellent Robyn Rihanna Fenty joined the nation in mourning on Friday following the death of fellow national hero, Sir Garfield Sobers, describing the legendary all-rounder as “a legend and an icon” whose legacy will inspire generations to come.

“Sir Garry’s legacy will live on forever, a light and inspiration to us all. Barbados loves you eternally, Sir Garry,” said the Grammy Award-winning singer, who in 2021 joined Sir Garfield as the two living national heroes when Barbados became a Republic.

She hailed “the greatest cricketer this world has ever seen” and reflected on his profound influence on generations of young Bajans.