Global music icon Rihanna has earned praise online after comforting a woman undergoing cancer treatment during a chance encounter at a grocery store.
The emotional moment began when the woman told Rihanna she felt self-conscious because she was not wearing her wig while undergoing cancer treatment.
Rihanna quickly reassured her and encouraged her not to be so hard on herself.
You do not look terrible… Any time you meet somebody, do not do that sh*t. You are fire.
The woman thanked Rihanna for her kindness as the two continued chatting.
They also shared a light-hearted moment after discovering they shared the same first name, Robyn.
Videos of the encounter quickly spread across social media, where fans applauded Rihanna for taking the time to encourage a stranger.
Many described the exchange as a powerful reminder that a few sincere words of encouragement can have a lasting impact on someone facing a difficult time.