Rihanna and A$AP Rocky | Source: Getty Images
Rihanna confronted a reporter after her partner, A$AP Rocky, was asked a controversial question following his acquittal in a high-profile felony assault trial, sparking online buzz.
The incident occurred outside a Los Angeles courthouse on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, as the couple was leaving the courtroom surrounded by fans and media.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are seen outside of Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center on February 18, 2025, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
A video shared on X the following day captured the moment when someone in the crowd directed a question at Rocky, asking, “A$AP, how does it feel losing your childhood best friend?”
Rihanna immediately turned around and responded, “How do you think it feels?” Her sharp reply quickly went viral, sparking widespread reactions online.
The exchange gained significant attention across multiple social media platforms, with many users supporting Rihanna’s reaction.
On X, one user wrote, “i was astounded! when she turned i was like yup [sic].” Another added, “oh she don’t play about her man like that was so unnecessary and insensitive as a question tho [sic].”
Others criticized the media’s approach, with one stating, “paparazzi really have no shame so disrespectful [sic],” while another praised the 37-year-old songstress, saying, “Rihanna’s response was perfect. Some people really don’t think before asking such insensitive questions.”
Reactions on TikTok echoed similar sentiments. One user commented, “well done to rihanna, good answer, leave them alone they been through a lot [sic].”
Another noted, “she [sic] silenced them immediately.” A fan expressed admiration for the singer, writing, “Honestly. What kind of question is that? ahhh love her infinity to infinity, idc idc [sic].”
Meanwhile, on Facebook, a user simply referred to Rihanna as a “Boss lady.”
The viral moment reinforced Rihanna’s unwavering support for A$AP Rocky while also highlighting public criticism of the intrusive nature of some media questions.
