Despite Naomi Campbell vehemently denying rumors of any bad blood, Rihanna seemingly snubbed the supermodel at a star-studded New York Fashion Week runway show.
- Sep 8, 2024
AceShowbiz - New York Fashion Week was abuzz with more than just the latest designs. A viral video captured a moment that has fans speculating about the status of Rihanna and Naomi Campbell's relationship.
At the Alaïa runway show, the "Umbrella" singer made a grand entrance in a dazzling crystal-covered mesh gown. While she received a warm welcome from former British Vogue editor-in-chief Edward Enninful, a notable snub occurred as she seemingly ignored Campbell, who was seated right next to Enninful.
In the clip, Rihanna engages in a friendly hug and cheek kisses with Enninful but barely acknowledges Campbell, despite potential eye contact. This blatant disregard did not go unnoticed by fans, who quickly took to social media to discuss the icy interaction. One fan commented, "Rihanna said God forgives but I don't lmao," while another dubbed Campbell's expression a "bombastic side eye."
It's worth mentioning that Rihanna and Campbell were once considered friends, having been photographed together multiple times and even sharing an Italian dinner in May 2016. However, their friendship reportedly soured when Campbell sparked romance with RiRi's ex-boyfriend, billionaire Hassan Jameel. Their simultaneous unfollowing of each other on Instagram added fuel to the speculation.
While Rihanna has never publicly addressed any feud rumors, Campbell has taken steps to deny any bad blood. On an episode of "Watch What Happens Live" in October 2021, she vehemently told host Andy Cohen, "Everything's fine. Of course, it's fine. I don't have beef. I don't have beef, especially with black women that I think are powerful and out there. We're all in the same thing, doing the same struggle."
Despite her attempts to squash the rumors, the recent event at New York Fashion Week has reignited the conversation. Whether this was a mere oversight by Rihanna or a deliberate snub remains up for debate, but one thing is clear: the public's fascination with their dynamic endures.
As this story continues to develop, it serves as a reminder of the pressures and public scrutiny faced by celebrities. In the world of high fashion and media, even the smallest interactions are dissected and analyzed, sometimes blowing things out of proportion.
