The 2025 Met Gala witnessed an affectionate reunion of two iconic stars of pop culture—Rihanna and Ciara. After more than a decade of tension stemming from a very publicized feud, they finally shared the spotlight at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art to the delight of their fans. Their reunion was the highlight of their journeys, especially with Rihanna’s growing baby bump as the center of attention. But why did Ciara and Rihanna reunite now? Let us talk about the significance of this and the journey that brought them to it.
Why Did Ciara and Rihanna Reunite at the 2025 Met Gala?
The 2025 Met Gala was a historic night for Ciara and Rihanna. Their meeting at the event caught the attention of fans around the world, and it was a beautiful sight to see them together after years of rumors and online drama. In previous years, Ciara and Rihanna had been at odds, mainly due to a public Twitter feud back in 2011. In that heated feud, both stars exchanged words that caused tensions to rise.
However, their reunion at the Met Gala seemed to signal that time heals all wounds. The moment was genuine, with Ciara beaming joyfully as she placed her hand on Rihanna’s baby bump. Rihanna, who had only made the announcement an hour and a half prior, shared this intimate moment with her long-time colleague. The two even posed for photos with their husbands, Russell Wilson and A$AP Rocky, marking a new chapter in their relationship.
In an interview following the event, Ciara described the encounter as sweet and filled with laughter. “It was so sweet running into her. I just have to shout her out because I’m so proud of her,” Ciara said. The camaraderie and warmth between the two stars were evident, and fans couldn’t help but feel the positive energy emanating from their interaction.
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How Did Rihanna Announce Her Third Pregnancy?
Rihanna’s third pregnancy was among the most anticipated announcements entering the 2025 Met Gala. The pop star, who keeps her personal life under wraps, announced her pregnancy just before the event. Rihanna shared the joyful news that she and boyfriend A$AP Rocky were expecting their third baby together just hours before stepping onto the red carpet.
Her Met Gala pregnancy announcement was one for the books. The style icon stunned everyone in a beautiful outfit, but it was her baby bump that everyone was raving about.
On the May 6 episode of Sherri, Ciara reflected on her and Rihanna’s fun conversation about their growing families. “We were cracking up talking about cinco,” Ciara shared, referring to the number of children she and her husband, Russell Wilson, have. “She’s gotta get through the tres first,” Ciara added, highlighting the humorous moment as they joked about the number of kids they each had.
The news was greeted with an outpouring of love and excitement by stars and fans alike. That Rihanna decided to make the pregnancy announcement at such an event added the magic of the evening.
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What Was the Feud Between Rihanna and Ciara About?
For those who do not know the background of Rihanna and Ciara, their feud began in 2011 on Twitter. The drama started when Ciara appeared on a talk show and employed the word “bitch” to refer to Rihanna. Rihanna did not appreciate the comment, and the two exchanged catty tweets, which further fueled speculation of a long-standing feud that was still on.
Over the years, both Ciara and Rihanna were asked about their strained relationship in interviews. At times, it seemed like they had buried the hatchet, but it wasn’t until the 2025 Met Gala that they officially showed the world that they had moved past the drama. Their public reunion signified that there was no bad blood left between them.
As Ciara revealed in her interview, their relationship had also gotten better over time. The conflict they had in the past was long forgotten. “I got a sweet DM a few months back from Rihanna,” Ciara shared, telling the audience that Rihanna had messaged her to tell her she was proud of her. Both celebrities have evolved not only as artists but also as mothers. Their path towards reconciliation is an indicator of the positive evolution in their lives.