Rihanna and A$AP Rocky may have subtly hinted at the gender of their third child while attending the "Smurfs" premiere in Brussels on June 28, 2025. The couple, who are already parents to two sons, RZA (3 years old) and Riot (22 months old), sparked speculation after A$AP Rocky's response to a question about whether they were expecting a girl.
During an interview with Entertainment Tonight at the premiere, A$AP Rocky was asked, "Is that the girl you've been waiting for?". He responded with a smile, "It is, man, it is". He then playfully held up a Smurfette doll, seemingly deflecting the question. The interviewer followed up with "You know what I'm asking!", to which A$AP Rocky laughed.
Rihanna also addressed the question of her baby's gender, but in a more teasing manner. When asked if she was having a baby girl, she responded, "Let's see if it's a Smurfette! ...Could be a Papa Smurf. Who knows!". However, she did confirm that their third child would also have a name starting with "R", continuing the tradition with their sons, RZA and Riot. She stated, "It's always going to be an R name. That's the one thing me and Rocky don't fight over".
The couple announced their third pregnancy at the 2025 Met Gala in May. Rihanna showcased her baby bump in a dramatic ensemble. A source revealed that the couple is "thrilled to be growing their family" and that "Rihanna has always wanted a big family". The source added, "They wanted to have their children close together in age, so that they could grow up together and share a close bond. They feel so blessed and are so grateful for this next chapter in their lives. It's a very special time".
In an interview in 2024, Rihanna spoke about her desire to have a daughter. "I don't know what God wants, but I would go for more than two. I would try for my girl. But of course if it's another boy, it's another boy," she said. In February 2023, when asked about how many kids she'd like, Rihanna stated, "Listen, I'm down for whatever...My wish would be I would like to have more kids but whatever God wants for me, I'm here".
While neither Rihanna nor A$AP Rocky have officially confirmed the gender of their third child, A$AP Rocky's response at the "Smurfs" premiere has led many to believe they are expecting a baby girl. Fans have expressed their excitement and support for the couple, with many hoping they finally get their baby girl.
