Rihanna sparked rumors of her pregnancy during her halftime performance at this year’s NFL final, held at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Sunday, February 12, 2023.

The news was later confirmed by the singer’s representative to The Hollywood Reporter.

During her on-stage performance, the We Found Love singer was seen cradling her mid-section several times, which led to widespread speculation online about whether the Fenty Beauty founder was sporting a baby bump. This would be her second child with her partner, rapper ASAP Rocky.

Following the confirmation of the news, internet users were left in a frenzy and took to social media to share their reactions. User @JWeep tweeted:

“Rihanna ft her child”: Barbadian singer’s pregnancy confirmation takes netizens by surprise

The singer’s explosive performance won over her fans and audiences, with many calling her “elite” and “superior.” They remarked that it was her best performance to date.

However, the singer’s pregnancy announcement left internet users scrambling to express their shock and amazement online. One user ,@c_entfanatic commented:

While many complimented her on her halftime routine, there were some who found it lacking and underwhelming. However, these comments were called out for their baseless argument. One exasperated user, @Music2Dream rhetorically questioned:

“I am not a Rihanna fan. I don’t listen to her music but DAMN, why are yall complaining? This woman is PREGNANT. Tf yall want her to do? Bungie jump, backflip and hit the splits?”