In a stunning and heartfelt moment at the 2025 Met Gala, global superstar Rihanna officially confirmed that she is expecting her third child with her longtime partner, rapper A$AP Rocky.
The news, which had been the subject of intense speculation in the weeks leading up to the event, was revealed in true Rihanna fashion, on one of the most watched red carpets in the world.
The 37-year-old Barbadian singer, fashion mogul, and beauty entrepreneur arrived at the iconic Met Gala wearing a chic, minimalist two-piece ensemble in gray, accessorized with a long brown fur scarf that subtly revealed her growing baby bump.
Her appearance at the Carlyle Hotel, the traditional pre-Gala rendezvous spot, sent the paparazzi into a frenzy as she posed gracefully, effectively confirming the whispers that had dominated entertainment headlines.
The theme for this year’s Met Gala, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” with an emphasis on “The Garden of Time” dress code, was perfectly matched by Rihanna’s soft, earthy aesthetic.
Yet, the most compelling accessory of the night was her radiant maternal glow. Her presence, as always, blended glamour with personal storytelling, an art she has mastered over the years.
Rihanna’s partner, A$AP Rocky, 36, further confirmed the news during a red carpet interview. Dressed in an elaborate tailored ensemble that nodded to the night’s theme, the rapper could barely contain his joy when asked about the growing family. “We’re blessed and grateful. It’s a beautiful time,” he said, flashing a proud smile.
In a more lighthearted moment, he jokingly commented that Rihanna had picked an outfit that was “whatever just don’t really cover her baby bump,” referencing her fondness for boldly revealing her pregnancies at high-profile events.
This isn’t the first time Rihanna has broken the internet with a pregnancy reveal. She famously debuted her first baby bump in 2022 during a snowy Harlem photo shoot with A$AP Rocky, clad in vintage Chanel and bare midriff.
For baby number two, she surprised fans during her electrifying 2023 Super Bowl Halftime Show, performing in a red jumpsuit that was unzipped just enough to reveal her pregnancy.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are already parents to two sons: RZA Athelston Mayers, born in May 2022, and Riot Rose Mayers, born in August 2023. Both children have made rare but memorable appearances in the media, often seen in adorable matching outfits and luxury baby gear befitting their superstar lineage.
In an earlier interview, Rihanna had spoken about motherhood being a transformative experience. “It’s everything. It’s legendary. It’s like you really don’t remember life before them,” she said. A$AP Rocky, too, has described fatherhood as life-changing and grounding, noting that it gave him a deeper sense of purpose and responsibility.
Rumors of Rihanna’s pregnancy began swirling weeks before the Met Gala. Sharp-eyed fans noted her preference for baggy clothing and oversized jackets during recent public outings, a possible attempt to conceal her changing figure.
A viral TikTok video analyzing her recent fashion choices reignited conversations about a potential third pregnancy.
Fueling speculation further was her recent reduced public schedule and absence from major events, including the Oscars and several Paris Fashion Week shows she would typically attend. Insiders hinted at a “major announcement” coming soon, and as it turns out, the Met Gala was the stage she chose.
Fans and Celebrity Reactions
Reactions to the pregnancy reveal have been overwhelmingly positive, with social media platforms flooded with messages of congratulations and excitement. The hashtag #RihannaBaby3 quickly trended on X (formerly Twitter), with fans celebrating not just the news but also the way Rihanna chose to share it.
Celebrities also chimed in, with fellow Met Gala attendees like Lizzo, Cardi B, and Gigi Hadid praising Rihanna for her poise and radiance. Fashion critics applauded her styling choices, noting that her ability to use fashion to tell personal stories remains unmatched in the celebrity world.
What’s Next for Rihanna and A$AP Rocky?
With a third child on the way, many fans are wondering how this new chapter will impact Rihanna’s career. While she has not released a studio album since 2016’s ANTI, she remains one of the most influential figures in entertainment and business.
Her Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty brands continue to dominate their markets, and she recently announced her involvement in an animated film project, where she will voice the iconic character Smurfette in The Smurfs Movie, set to premiere on July 18, 2025.
A$AP Rocky, who recently launched his creative agency Hommemade, has also been expanding his fashion and music footprint. He remains active in various brand partnerships and is expected to release new music later this year.
As for Rihanna, she has stated in past interviews that she envisions herself having three or four children, regardless of her marital status, “I feel like society makes me want to feel like, ‘Oh, you got it wrong…’ They diminish you as a mother if there’s not a dad in your kids’ lives,” Rihanna said in a 2020 British Vogue interview. “But the only thing that matters is happiness—your own happiness and your child’s.”
With A$AP Rocky by her side and a deepening family life, it’s clear Rihanna is writing her own narrative, one that prioritizes love, legacy, and independence over convention.
