Rihanna Shocks Met Gala with Pregnancy Reveal: Expecting Third Baby with A$AP Rocky
May 6, 2025
Superstar Rihanna once again stole the spotlight at the 2025 Met Gala — not just with her fashion, but with a heartwarming revelation: she’s pregnant with her third child with longtime partner A$AP Rocky. The Barbadian icon, known for blending bold fashion with big moments, confirmed the news by confidently showing off her baby bump in a custom ensemble that turned heads on the red carpet.
The news broke first via a striking Instagram post by her photographer, Miles Diggs, who shared a rain-soaked photo of Rihanna embracing her growing belly. Within minutes, it spread like wildfire across social media and entertainment outlets.
Speaking to reporters, A$AP Rocky, 36, who served as a co-chair for this year’s Met Gala, expressed his joy: “It feels amazing… It’s time that we show the people what we was cooking up,” he said with a smile. “We’re definitely happy — and even happier that everyone else is happy for us.”
This new addition will join their two sons: Riot Rose, now 21 months old, and RZA Athelston, who turns 3 this May. Rihanna, 37, has previously shared her openness to a large family. In a 2024 Interview Magazine feature, she said candidly, “As many [kids] as God wants me to have.” When asked if she'd like a girl, she replied, “I would try for my girl. But of course, if it's another boy, it's another boy.”
Rihanna’s Signature Pregnancy Reveals: A New Tradition
This isn’t the first time Rihanna has used a major public stage to reveal a pregnancy. During the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2023, she made history as the first visibly pregnant woman to headline the iconic event. Her carefully choreographed performance began with a subtle but unmistakable gesture — rubbing her belly as she stood center stage in a red jumpsuit and bandeau, leaving audiences worldwide in awe.
Her first pregnancy was similarly iconic. In January 2022, Rihanna debuted her baby bump during a casual walk in New York City, instantly breaking the internet. A source close to the singer said at the time, “She’s excited to be a mom and couldn’t be happier.”
A Relationship That Blossomed Beyond Music
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky made their relationship public in November 2020 after years of friendship and musical collaboration. Over time, their bond deepened not only personally but professionally. Both artists serve as creative directors at Puma, leading their own fashion lines. However, when asked in late 2023 if they would ever collaborate officially, Rocky cheekily replied, “I think we do a real great job at collaborating and making children… That’s our best creation so far.”
In a candid interview with Page Six, Rihanna gushed about Rocky’s parenting skills: “I love him differently as a dad. It’s major... He’s patient, loving, a great leader — and my kids are obsessed with him.”
Behind the Fame: Rihanna’s Private World
While Rihanna’s life is a global spectacle, a few well-kept secrets highlight her grounded nature. Despite her immense success — from topping Billboard charts to becoming the first Black woman to head a luxury fashion line under LVMH — she remains deeply connected to her roots in Barbados. She often returns home incognito to spend time with family and childhood friends.
Additionally, Rihanna is known to keep a handwritten journal — a habit she’s maintained since her teenage years — where she records dreams, goals, and song ideas. Few know she also owns an extensive collection of vintage fashion pieces from 1980s couture designers, which she often draws inspiration from for major events like the Met Gala.
What’s Next for Rihanna?
As she prepares to welcome baby No. 3, fans are already buzzing about what this means for her long-awaited ninth studio album, commonly referred to as R9. While there’s no official release date yet, insiders suggest she’s been recording new material throughout her pregnancy.
One thing is clear: whether it’s redefining motherhood in the public eye, breaking records in fashion and music, or embracing life with authenticity, Rihanna continues to chart her own path — and the world watches with admiration.