Rihanna Confirms Third Pregnancy, R9 Album Plans Unaffected

At the 2025 Met Gala, Rihanna revealed she is expecting her third child, prompting renewed questions about the status of her long-awaited ninth album, R9. Despite speculation that her pregnancy could delay the album, Rihanna assured fans that the project remains on track, emphasizing that she can still sing and may even release a few videos during this time. She acknowledged the demands of balancing motherhood, business ventures, and her music career, but insisted that her new pregnancy would not put R9 on pause. Rihanna also addressed rumors about a secret marriage to A$AP Rocky, denying them in a lighthearted manner. While no firm release date for R9 was given, she reiterated that fans "won't be disappointed" when the album finally arrives. The singer's comments have generated both excitement and skepticism within her fanbase regarding the album's timeline.