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NYT Daily ? September 17, 2025
One-named Barbadian superstar
Answer:
RIHANNA
Hint:
This Grammy-winning artist founded the Clara Lionel Foundation and sang the 2015 hit "Work" featuring Drake.
Explanation:
This clue points to a globally famous singer from Barbados who’s known by just one name. "One-named" hints at mononymous celebrities, and "Barbadian" narrows it down to someone from that Caribbean island—like Rihanna, who was born Robyn Fenty but is universally recognized by her first name alone. The term "superstar" confirms her massive fame in music, fashion, and business.
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