Rihanna and their son, Riot Rose Mayers, were in attendance at A$AP Rocky's sold-out concert at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles on Saturday night. During the performance, the rapper acknowledged his son from the stage, calling him "buddy" and expressing his love. Rihanna was seen filming the moment on her phone as their toddler waved to his father. IMAGE3
The couple, who have not yet announced an engagement, are parents to four-year-old RZA Athelston Mayers and nine-month-old Rocki Irish Mayers. A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Athelston Mayers, previously spoke about his relationship with Rihanna, telling The NYT Popcast in January that they were "on the same page" and that she was "a very special woman." He noted their shared birth year and the fact that his father was from Barbados, Rihanna's home country, as significant similarities. He also referred to Rihanna as his "boo."
The concert appearance follows a viral moment last week where A$AP Rocky made controversial remarks during a performance in Phoenix, Arizona. He was heard shouting flirtatious comments towards the audience, including remarks about the attractiveness of women in the area. IMAGE6 IMAGE4
Rihanna has previously stood by A$AP Rocky during legal challenges. She was with him when he faced potential prison time related to a 2021 shooting incident. He was found not guilty of assault charges last year.
The couple first met in 2011 when Rihanna enlisted A$AP Rocky to rap on her song "Cockiness (Love It)" but they did not begin dating until 2020. A$AP Rocky is scheduled to continue his "Don't Be Dumb Tour" in Seattle, Washington, on Tuesday.
Rihanna has been focused on her business ventures, including her Savage X Fenty lingerie line, Fenty Beauty cosmetics, and Fenty Skin and Fenty Hair brands. She has not released new music since her 2016 album "Anti."