Star overwhelmed as Harvard honours her Humanitarian of the Year
In a video posted by The Shade Room, the 'Work' star expressed her excitement in a speech given to attendees.
Rihanna honoured as Harvard's Humanitarian of the year
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On Monday, February 28, 2017, the pop star made an appearance at the Ivy League school to accept a plaque given to her by Allen Counter, the director of the Harvard Foundation.
The 29-year-old, who never graduated high school, earned the prestigious award following her various charitable efforts, including her role in creating an oncology centre in Barbados.
"So I made it to Harvard. Never thought I'd be able to say that in my life. But if feels good." she admitted.
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The Grammy-winner, was greeted with a chorus of cheers from the crowd.
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