NEW YORK, USA – In a night brimming with bold fashion statements and history-making moments, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky once again seized the spotlight at the 2025 Met Gala, confirming they are expecting their third child.
The revelation was made by A$AP Rocky himself during media interactions on the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday, May 5, 2025, where he served as a co-chair for the event themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.”
“It feels amazing, you know,” Rocky told reporters who offered congratulations.
“It’s time that we show the people what we was cooking up. And I’m glad everybody’s happy for us ’cause we definitely happy, you know.”
Though TMZ first reported the news earlier on Monday, confirmation appeared to come through visuals.
Photos taken earlier in the day showed Rihanna walking through New York City with what appeared to be a visible baby bump.
Later that evening, she made her highly anticipated entrance to the Gala wearing a dramatic pinstripe ensemble paired with a wide-brimmed hat, her pregnancy clearly on display.
“Honestly, it’s a blessing nonetheless,” Rocky added in remarks to the Associated Press.
“Because you know how like some people in other situations at times can be envious of other people. But we’ve been seeing love for the most part. And we real receptive to that and appreciate that, you know what I mean? That’s love. Love is love.”
Rihanna and Rocky are already parents to two children.
Their son RZA was born in May 2022, and their second child, Riot Rose, arrived in 2023 following a much-publicised pregnancy reveal during Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime performance.
Monday’s appearance was particularly significant for A$AP Rocky, who, aside from being a central figure at the Met Gala, has recently emerged from a high-profile legal battle.
His attendance was not always assured—his role as co-chair was confirmed only months before the opening of his trial on firearms charges in Los Angeles.
The rapper was acquitted in February.
Throughout the court proceedings, Rocky demonstrated his sartorial flair, arriving in meticulously tailored suits and designer labels.
His fashion choices did not go unnoticed; Yves Saint Laurent issued press releases during the trial highlighting his court attire.
He wore a Saint Laurent pinstripe suit on the day the verdict was delivered.
In December, the rapper’s influence on style was formally recognised when he received the Cultural Innovator Award at the British Fashion Council’s Fashion Awards.
Over the years, he has collaborated with designers and brands across various collections, including shoes, sunglasses, and apparel.
As the Met Gala continues to evolve as a platform not only for fashion but also for cultural commentary, the appearance of Rihanna and A$AP Rocky—emblematic of artistry, style, and personal milestones—proved once again that their influence extends far beyond the red carpet.
