cover girrrrrlz!!!
baby Rocki served sumn serious on her first cover! came on set and shut her mama dowwwnn!!!! @wmag 🥹💞
Photography: Tim Walker
Styling: Jahleel Weaver
Editor in Chief: Sara Moonves
Creative Directors at Large: Kevin Tekinel and Charles Levai
Writer: Maxine Wally
Hair: Mustafa Yanaz using Fenty Hair
Makeup: Daniel Sällström using Fenty Beauty & Fenty Skin
Nails: Jenny Longworth
Set Design: Miguel Bento
Movement Director: Pat Boguslawski
Production: 138 Productions
Special Thanks to DJ Andy and Liwan
W VOLUME THREE 2026: THE POP ISSUE
We are honored to celebrate Rihanna as a 2026 Edison Achievement Award Honoree — an undisputed icon in music, beauty, fashion, and philanthropy whose influence has shaped culture across the globe.
Through her groundbreaking work with @fentybeauty and @SavageXFenty, she has redefined inclusivity, creativity, and innovation across beauty and fashion.
Her commitment to global progress shines through the @ClaraLionelFdn driving vital work in climate solutions, women's entrepreneurship, arts & culture, health access & equity, and future generations.
Rihanna is recognized as the first woman of color to be honored with the Edison Achievement Award.
Congratulations, Rihanna. You are building a legacy of impact that will inspire generations to come!
Rihanna grew up in poverty in Barbados, often going to school with worn-out shoes and sometimes walking barefoot when they broke. One of her teachers, Miss Roberts, quietly bought her a new pair with her own money and never told anyone. Rihanna later said she cried wearing them. Years later, after becoming a global superstar and billionaire, she reportedly learned Miss Roberts was retired and struggling. She bought her a house and continues supporting her with monthly financial help. A simple act of kindness became a lifelong circle of gratitude and love.