The tension between Rihanna and Naomi Campbell has long been the subject of speculation, particularly regarding their shared connection to Hassan Jameel, a Saudi billionaire. Despite both stars downplaying the rumors in the past, their latest interaction at New York Fashion Week has brought those unresolved issues back into the spotlight. The cold exchange between these two high-profile celebrities—Rihanna warmly greeting Edward Enninful while ignoring Naomi—left fans buzzing.
Many believe the root cause of their fallout stems from Rihanna’s relationship with Jameel, which began in 2017. Prior to that, Naomi and the billionaire were rumored to have been romantically linked, although the supermodel never confirmed it publicly. This connection has led to widespread speculation that the two women fell out due to Rihanna’s romance with Jameel, which continued for three years before they broke up. The fact that they both moved in similar social circles—attending the same high-profile events—only seems to have exacerbated the situation.
Despite claims from Naomi Campbell in 2021 that everything was “fine” between them, their latest public encounter suggests the opposite. Fans were quick to pick up on the subtle but noticeable snub at the fashion week event, analyzing both Rihanna’s decision to ignore Naomi and Naomi’s alleged condescending look toward the singer.
Interestingly, Naomi Campbell has been dealing with several controversies lately, which might have added fuel to the fire. Recently, she was criticized for being late to accept the Fashion Icon Award from Anna Wintour. This delay reportedly frustrated Wintour, who is known for her punctuality and professionalism, leading her to leave the event soon after presenting the award. While unrelated to her situation with Rihanna, Naomi’s recent negative publicity might be affecting how she’s perceived in the industry and by the public.
As for Rihanna, she has continued to thrive both in her music career and business ventures, with her Fenty Beauty line becoming a major success. Her focus seems to have shifted to her professional endeavors, and while her relationship with Hassan Jameel ended in 2020, she has since moved on, welcoming her first child with rapper A$AP Rocky in 2022.
It remains to be seen if these two stars will ever reconcile, but for now, the drama continues to captivate fans and media alike.
