Black artistes who refused to sellout and stood by their convictions

Rihanna — Photo via her Instagram page

Rihanna

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Just like Jay Z, the Grammy award-winning Barbadian songstress reportedly rejected an offer to perform at the Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta next year. According to the US Weekly magazine, a source confirmed she was approached but declined the offer.

“The NFL and CBS really wanted Rihanna to be next year’s performer in Atlanta,” the source said.

“They offered it to her, but she said no because of the kneeling controversy. She doesn’t agree with the NFL’s stance.”