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'Because of you I was able to reach this moment in my career... I love you!' Rihanna pays tribute to beau Drake in touching post as she gushes about his VMAs speech

By Ryan Smith and Joanna Crawley For Mailonline

Published: 02:35 EST, 2 September 2016 | Updated: 10:59 EST, 2 September 2016

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Days after Drake declared his enduring love for her in a heartwarming speech at the MTV Video Music Awards, Rihanna is sharing a few touching words of her own.

On Friday, the Bajan beauty took to Instagram to upload a video of her speech while accepting the Michael Jackson Vanguard Award at Sunday's VMAs.

And while she thanked 'family, friends, loved ones' - as well as her fans and team - the 28-year-old singer also made a point of letting Drake know she loves him.

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Deep feelings: Rihanna expressed her love for boyfriend Drake in a lengthy Instagram post in the early hours of Friday morning

Sharing a video of he acceptance speech during Sunday night's ceremony at New York City's Madison Square Garden, Rihanna typed out a length caption.

'#VMA2016 night was one that I would never forget!!,' Rihanna started the post. 'I have the most incredible people in my life!

'My family, friends, loved ones, my fans, my team!!! All gifted beautiful spirits! And I'm so grateful that God has precisely and flawlessly arranged our paths to meet at each other! It's because of you that I was able to reach this moment in my career!

Gratitude: The singing beauty expressed her gratitude to a host of people - including Naomi Campbell, Mary J Blige and Tracee Ellis Ross - before telling her beau Drake (Instagram handle @champagnepapi) how much she loves him

'And it's also because of you that I was able to pull off a night like this one, with 4 medley performances, 4 set productions, 4 outfits, 4 hair and makeup looks, and all in 4 days of rehearsal!

'It was a challenge but I wanted nothing more than to give my fans a true representation of all the colors that I'm made of as an artist!

'My journey has been filled with growth and people who continue to inspire me! Forever grateful to everyone involved creatively, from choreography all the way to wardrobe and production! @MTV team you were a dream to work with!'

She then went on to thank supermodel Naomi Campbell, singer Mary J Blige and actress Tracee Ellis Ross before praising her boyfriend's presentation speech.

Kiss me quick! As insiders claim Rihanna and Drake are officially dating, the pair let their actions speak for themselves on Wednesday night

Smooch: Drake surprised his fans during the Miami date of his Summer Sixteen tour by bringing Rihanna out on stage, who sauntered over to kiss her beau

Rihanna wrote: 'Thank you to the beautiful @iamnaomicampbell @therealmaryjblige @traceeellisross for your kind words! @champagnepapi your speech was so touching and I love you for that!

'All in all....Best night ever!!! I'm a lucky girl!!! To God be the Glory! #RiRiVanguard.'

On Wednesday night, Drake surprised fans during the Miami date of his Summer Sixteen tour by bringing Rihanna out on stage, and the crowd went even more crazy as the couple shared an intimate smooch.

Rihanna strutted onto the stage at Miami's AmericanAirlines Arena to perform with her beau.

Here comes my girl: Fans captured the moment on camera as the star, looking gorgeous in a little black dress, headed over to Drake

Fans captured the moment on camera as the star, looking gorgeous in a little black dress, headed over to Drake, wrapped her arms around him and kissed him on the lips before walking away with a smile on her face.

The kiss follows the rather disappointing smooch on Sunday night when Drake leaned in to kiss Rihanna after presenting the singer with her VMA, only for her to turn her head.

Close: Rihanna wrapped her arms around him and kissed him on the lips before sharing a hug

Pucker up: The crowd went crazy over the pair as fans rushed to capture the moment

Come here you! Rihanna wrapped her arms around Drake's neck and waist

The party-loving pair were in the mood to celebrate after Drake's second Miami gig, heading to E11even Nightclub in the city.

Rihanna was still wearing the sexy LBD she rocked on stage, showing some skin in the strappy number.

She teamed the dress with lace-up heels and scraped her locks back into an effortless up do while finishing her look with glam makeup.

Let's get crazy: The party-loving pair were in the mood to celebrate after Drake's second Miami gig, heading to E11even Nightclub in the city

I got you: Rihanna held the arm of a burly aide as she headed inside with a drink in hand

Entourage: Drake looked in great spirits after his on stage smooch, laughing with his buddies

The look of love? The rapper couldn't stop smiling as he celebrated his second gig in Miami

The superstar enlisted a male pal to carry her gold bag and phone as she strutted into the club.

Drake followed behind the Bajan beauty, hardly able to hide his grin as he messed about with his buddies.

It was the couple's second night out in a row at the popular spot in Miami.

Dressed to impress: Rihanna was still wearing the sexy LBD she rocked on stage, showing some skin in the strappy number

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Glam: She teamed the dress with lace-up heels and scraped her locks back into an effortless up do

And it certainly looked like the real thing on Tuesday night when Rihanna was captured by a fan affectionately stroking Drake's face at nightclub E11EVEN Miami.

The duo were seen enjoying drinks together while dancing at the rapper's Miami concert after-party.

Rihanna, 28, looked absolutely smitten as she glanced coyly at the Hotline Bling hitmaker.

Where's your man: While Drake messed about with his buddies, Rihanna made her way into the club solo

Helping hand: The superstar enlisted a male pal to carry her gold bag and phone

With the boys: Drake rocked a black jacket and gold chain for his party night

Drake, 29, of course was absolutely besotted as he cosied up to the Bajan beauty.

And they certainly looked very much like an item as they left the club, holding hands as they walked along.

The 28-year-old beauty then appeared to come over all camera shy as she nestled up to her boyfriend, heading off in a chauffered car together.

True love in the da club? Rihanna was captured by a fan affectionately stroking Drake's face at nightclub E11EVEN Miami on Tuesday

Dance it off: Bad Girl RiRi was seen enjoying herself in the Miami hotspot

This is what we came for: Drake was celebrating his shows in the city

Following on from a packed show at the AAA arena, the couple spent a few hours partying in style in the VIP hotspot.

Rihanna was seen clutching a bottle of beer as she left the venue, showing off her long legs in a stylish white shirt dress.

The Work singer set off her party look with coordinating white stilettos, and wore her hair pulled back in a top knot.

Hand-in-hand: Drake and Rihanna certainly looked very much like an item as they left the rapper's Miami concert after-party

Inseparable: The pair have barely strayed from one another's sides in recent weeks and are alleged to have made their romance official

Glam: Rihanna looked like she meant business in a smart white shirt, worn as a dress

In sync: The pair appear to be very happy together, smiling and joking together

Taking the next step: The sighting comes after insiders claims the pair are'fully dating', happily putting their relationship out in the open after the weekend's PDA

It's official: A source told Entertainment tonight the duo are 'definitely a couple'

Drake followed protectively behind her, rocking a simple black T-shirt.

The sighting comes after insiders claims the pair are'fully dating', happily putting their relationship out in the open after the weekend's PDA.

Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, a source says the two music stars, who have been romantically involved as well as collaborators on and off for years, are 'definitely a couple.'

Making a change: The Bajan beauty and Drake reportedly decided to stop hiding their love

Funky: The star showed off her style credentials thanks to her quirky ensemble

Keeping the party going: Rihanna was clutching a bottle of beer as she left the venue alongside her rumoured boyfriend

Legs for days: The Work singer set off her party look with coordinating white stilettos, and wore her hair pulled back in a top knot

'No one really knows how long they have been "official," they just decided to let it become a thing instead of hiding it from everyone. They're happy,' the insider explains.

The source goes on to claim that at Sunday night's VMAs afterparty the pair were inseparable.

'They walked in together and never left each other's side all night. He was so attentive to her. His eyes were never off her. They were necking a lot. They would hug and he would kiss into her neck.' the source says.

Keeping a low profile: The 28-year-old beauty appeared to come over all camera shy as she nestled up to her boyfriend, heading off to their hotel

Smitten: Drake didn't hold back when talking about Rihanna onstage at the MTV VMAs

Party pals: Following on from a packed show at the AAA arena, the couple spent a few hours partying in style in the VIP hotspot

Leading the way: The pop princess headed off into the night, with Drake following behind

The 28-year-old singer and 29-year-old rapper were spotted hopping into the back of the same car after an intimate dinner date at Nobu in NYC on Monday night.

Meanwhile, that report of musical collaboration between the couple that appeared on the website drakeandrihanna.com was revealed to be a hoax on Wednesday - the site is a fake.

According to TMZ, the website was set up by a fan who'd gotten the brush off after he tried to take a selfie with Drake at the VMAs.

It was during the VMAs that Drake revealed to the world that he has been in love with Rihanna since he was in his early twenties.

He was presenting her with the coveted Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the end of the VMA show on Sunday night when he raved about the stunning singer.

'Official': Insiders have claimed Drake and Rihanna are 'fully dating', happily letting their relationship out in the open after the weekend's PDA at the MTV VMAs

'She's someone I've been in love with since I was 22-years-old,' Drake admitted as he delivered a lengthy and glowing speech in honour of Rihanna immediately following her fourth performance during the MTV Video Music Awards.

Drake's appearance triggered speculation amongst fans that he was actually going to propose to Rihanna when he presented the award to her.

'She's one of my best friends in the world,' Drake added in his speech. 'All my adult life, I've looked up to her, even though she's younger than me.'

Wowing him: Rihanna put on a seriously sexy performance at the VMAs on Sunday

Party pals: The source goes on to claim that at Sunday night's VMAs afterparty the pair were inseparable

It's always been you: The Hotline Bling rapper revealed to the world at Sunday night's VMAs that he has been in love with Rihanna since he was in his early twenties

Another date: The 28-year-old singer and 29-year-old rapper were spotted hopping into the back of the same car after an intimate dinner date at Nobu in NYC on Monday night