Rihanna snubs Naomi Campbell at New York Fashion week
Rihanna has once again made headlines, but this time it’s not for her music or fashion line.
A viral video from New York Fashion Week has sparked a flurry of speculation about her relationship with Naomi Campbell.
RIHANNA IN NEW YORK
The video, posted on social media, shows Rihanna arriving at the Alaïa runway show, according to Page Six.
Dressed in a stunning crystal-covered mesh gown, the pop sensation captured everyone’s attention.
As she made her way to her front-row seat, she stopped to greet former British Vogue editor Edward Enninful.
RIHANNA SEEMS TO SNUB NAOMI
However, what caught the eye of many fans was her apparent snub of supermodel Naomi Campbell, who was seated just a few seats away.
In the footage, Rihanna’s interaction with Enninful was warm and friendly. She greeted him with a smile and a hug.
However, she appeared to completely ignore Campbell. Campbell was seated nearby and watched the scene unfold with apparent interest.
Fans quickly seized on the moment, with some suggesting that the chilly reception hinted at deeper tensions between the two fashion icons, according to TMZ.
FANS REACT TO RIHANNA AND NAOMI MOMENT
One observer commented, “Naomi Campbell and Rihanna really do hate each other 😭.”
Another added, “Rihanna said God forgives but I don’t lmao,” reflecting the intrigue surrounding the apparent snub.
The two women were once considered friends, with several public outings and social media interactions documenting their camaraderie.
RIHANNA AND NAOMI’S ALLEGED BEEF
They were even spotted dining together in May 2016.
But their relationship seems to have taken a turn for the worse around the time Rihanna began dating billionaire Hassan Jameel in 2017, according to the Mirror.
This period marked a notable shift, with both women unfollowing each other on Instagram.
The timing of their unfollowing has led to speculation. Some believe Campbell might have had a romantic connection with Jameel. However, this connection was never officially confirmed.
POSSIBLE RIFT
The rumoured affair and subsequent social media unfollowing fuelled gossip about a possible rift.
When the feud rumours surfaced, Campbell addressed the issue during an October 2021 appearance on Watch What Happens Live.
She insisted, “Everything’s fine. Of course, it’s fine,” and added, “I don’t have beef, especially with black women that I think are powerful and out there.”
Campbell emphasised, “We’re all in the same thing, doing the same struggle.”
SPECULATION ARISES
Despite Campbell’s attempt to downplay the feud, the video from NYFW has reignited speculation.
Some fans believe the snub signals unresolved issues. Others think it might have been an innocent oversight.
Representatives for both Rihanna and Campbell have yet to comment on the latest drama, leaving fans to speculate about the true nature of their relationship.
HIGH FASHION CELEBRITY’S
The incident highlights how seemingly small gestures can shape public perceptions. This is especially true in the world of high fashion and celebrity.
As the story unfolds, we will see whether the two will address the situation publicly. Alternatively, it might just be another chapter in their complicated history.
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