Rihanna proved once again that she is not affected by awkward moments after a brief mishap involving her security team, which then turned into a viral clip.
The singer was leaving the Four Seasons Hotel in New York City on Friday, January 16, when her bodyguard walked in front of her and accidentally let the door swing right in her face.
Instead of reacting with frustration, Rihanna handled the moment with humor and ease.
The 37-year-old paused, smiled and jokingly said: “Such a gentleman you are,” in a video that quickly spread on social media.
She then laughed to herself before stepping into a waiting car, earning praise from fans for remaining cool and cheerful.
The moment supported her longstanding reputation for confidence and grace, even when things don’t go as planned. The incident happened during a busy and festive weekend for the superstar and her family.
On the same day, her partner A$AP Rocky released his fourth studio album, Don’t be stupid.
The following night, Rocky took the stage as the musical guest Saturday Night Liveand the pair were later spotted attending the show’s after-party together.
In addition to the viral moment, Rihanna also sparked conversation online with a comment that hinted at her openness to expanding her family.
On Saturday, Love Island alum Montana Brown posted a video debating whether to “get hot and sexy or get pregnant in 2026.”
Rihanna, who shares children RZA, 3, Riot, 2, and baby Rocki, 4 months, with Rocky chimed in with a playful response, writing: “Wait! So I’m not crazy? Play!”
Her comment immediately drew mixed reactions from fans.
While some supported her embracing motherhood, others couldn’t help but mention her long-awaited return to music.
One fan joked, “@badgalriri must be pregnant with an album sis,” while another pleaded: “@badgalriri Rih baby pleaseeee let’s get the album first.”
Still, between shrugging off an awkward, closed-door drive-in and casually teasing the idea of another baby, Rihanna made it clear she’s doing things on her own terms.
Whether navigating viral moments or balancing family life with fan expectations, she continues to show why she remains one of pop culture’s most unabashed and beloved figures.
