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A$AP Rocky Throws Surprise Birthday Party for Rihanna
The rapper celebrated his partner's 38th birthday at a private dinner in Santa Monica.
Feb. 21, 2026 at 7:39pm
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A$AP Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, threw a surprise birthday party for his partner Rihanna at the Giorgio Baldi restaurant in Santa Monica, California on Friday night. The couple, who have been together since 2020 and share three children, dined in a private room decorated with balloons and flowers to celebrate Rihanna's 38th birthday.
Why it matters
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have kept their relationship relatively private, so this surprise birthday celebration provides a rare glimpse into their personal life as a high-profile celebrity couple.
The details
The private room was decorated with silver balloons that read 'Happy Birthday' and a slew of red, white, green and blue balloons floated above the table. Baby blue tablecloths and flowers were also placed on the table. Rihanna wore a sheer black dress, matching heels and a faux fur jacket, while A$AP Rocky opted for a checkered shirt, tan pants and sunglasses.
- Rihanna celebrated her 38th birthday on Friday, February 21, 2026.
The players
A$AP Rocky
A rapper whose real name is Rakim Mayers, and the partner of Rihanna.
Rihanna
A Grammy-winning singer and fashion designer who celebrated her 38th birthday.
What they’re saying
“That's an interesting question that you asked. You want Rihanna, huh? Well you got me. You got me today.”
— A$AP Rocky (Celebrity Substitute)
“It feels amazing to be growing my family.”
— A$AP Rocky (Reporters)
“It's time that we show the people what we was cooking up. And I'm glad everybody's happy for us 'cause we definitely happy, you know.”
— A$AP Rocky (Reporters)
The takeaway
This surprise birthday celebration for Rihanna highlights the private yet loving relationship between the high-profile couple, who have been together since 2020 and now share three children together.
