Last night Rihanna made a public appearance in New York as she accepted the Glamour Woman of the Year Awards.
And after a touching video showing clips of RiRi’s career and volunteer efforts, she took to the stage to accept her award.
RiRi looked gorgeous in an ivory Stephane Rolland gown as she joked, “As usual, I decided to wear the tightest dress I could find.”
She added:
“It was a real honor to be named Glamour’s Woman of the Year, especially because I think of myself as just becoming a woman. I just turned 21 this year. Just to be mentioned in this group of women is overwhelming. I love being a part of a night where we’re celebrating women and such strong women.”
RiRi went on to thank several people, including her record label, Jay-Z, and of course her mother and grandmother, to which she said:
“They are my two women of the year. I love you very much, Granny. I love you very much, mom. They’ve shown me what strong women can accomplish and achieve. Without their unconditional love and guidance, I wouldn’t be here, and I hope I can be an example for young girls and women today. Thank you so much.”