Super Bowl Halftime Show 2023: Photos Of Rihanna Performing

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February 20, 2023 9:49PM EST

Rihanna had big news during her 2023 Super Bowl Halftime performance. Check out the best photos here.

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Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime Performance: Photos

Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime Performance: Photos — Rihanna sizzled and sashayed onto the Super Bowl LVII stage at Arizona’s State Farm Stadium, bringing the heat and serving up a hefty dose of star power. Dressed in a fiery red ensemble, the multi-talented singer-songwriter and entrepreneur set the night ablaze with a dazzling 13-minute set of 12 of. her biggest hits, including “Diamonds,” “Umbrella,” “Work,” and more.

The star started her set with a bang, descending from a lit-up platform singing “B****, Better Have My Money” while a team a white-clad dancers swirled around her. She was full of swagger as she moved around stage, at one point offering audiences a sultry wink.

But the biggest news of the evening happened when the star rubbed a budding baby bump on stage. It was her way of revealing she was expecting baby #2.

After a seven-year hiatus from performing, Rihanna’s returned was nothing short of sensational, proving that she’s still got it and then some. The event was made possible by none other than Apple Music, who splashed a staggering $50 million to secure the pop diva’s comeback performance, according to NBC Sports. It’s safe to say, Rihanna delivered and then some

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Rihanna’s Voice Soars

Rihanna’s Voice Soars — Rihanna really put on a show during the Super Bowl. From her dance moves to her pregnancy, she had everyone talking.

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Rihanna & Dancers

Rihanna & Dancers — Rihanna wasn’t alone on stage. Upwards of 200 dancers joined her for the performance.

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Rihanna’s Big News

Rihanna’s Big News — Rihanna was so sexy as she shook her hips on stage. During her performance, beau ASAP Rocky watched on with a huge smile. She later patted her belly, revealing she and the rapper were expecting their second child.

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Rihanna Approves

Rihanna Approves — While Rihanna’s been away from the stage for a while, she’s been anything but lazy. She founded her Fenty Beauty company in 2017 and in 2021, was estimated to have a net worth of $1.7 billion, per Forbes.

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Rihanna’s Look

Rihanna’s Look — Ever the fashionista, Rihanna made sure to show up in style. She chose a Loewe jumpsuit, Messika jewelry and MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon Cross High Sneakers for her big day, according to Page Six. She als rocked two custom Alaïa coats with matching gloves.

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Rihanna Centerstage

Rihanna Centerstage — Rihanna had help putting the stellar performance together. She worked with dancer Parris Goebel on the choreography

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Rihanna Takes The Stage

Rihanna Takes The Stage — Rihanna said she was “honored” to perform, ahead of the show. During a pregame press conference, she said, “A big part of why it is important for me to do this show, representing for immigrants, representing for my country Barbados. Representing for Black women everywhere.”

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Rihanna Gives It Her All

Rihanna Gives It Her All — Rihanna may have hinted she was expecting ahead of her performance. During a pre-game podcast, she said, “I’m thinking about bringing someone! We’ll see.”

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Rihanna Points

Rihanna Points — Rihanna had her eye on the sky during this part of her performance. It was a once in a lifetime moment for the talent.

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Rihanna Makes History

Rihanna Makes History — Rihanna’s performance was historic. She’s the first person to ever perform the Super Bowl while pregnant.

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Rihanna Gets Us Ready

Rihanna Gets Us Ready — While the baby news was big, fans were also hoping for new music. Rihanna’s last album was 2016’s Anti.

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Rihanna Moves

Rihanna Moves — Rihanna did not disappoint during her performance. Her voice soared while she commanded attention on stage.

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Rihanna Flies High

Rihanna Flies High — The stage production was unreal during Rihanna’s Super Bowl performance. The striking yet simple set up included a hovering stage and long red runway.

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Rihanna Owns The Stage

Rihanna Owns The Stage — Rihanna revealed how her son influenced her decision to take the gig ahead of the show. She told press, “The Super Bowl is one of the big stages in the world, so as scary as that was, because I haven’t been on stage in seven years, there’s something exhilarating about the challenge of it all. It’s important for me to do this this year. It’s important for representation. It’s important for my son to see that.”

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Rihanna Touches Up

Rihanna Touches Up — One of the many cheeky moments in the performance was when Rihanna checked her makeup mid-performance. #BossMoves.

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Rihanna Works

Rihanna Works — Though Rihanna put in the “Work,” she wasn’t taking home a big paycheck for the Super Bowl. In fact, halftime performers aren’t paid for the gig.

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Rihanna’s Got Attitude

Rihanna’s Got Attitude — Rihanna offered the crowd a wry smile on stage. Of course, she was sporting a red lip and makeup from her beloved Fenty brand.

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Rihanna Plays The Hits

Rihanna Plays The Hits — Rihanna’s set list was packed with hits. She played “Where Have You Been”, “Only Girl (In the World), “Rude Boy”, and the Kanye West collab “All Of The Lights.”

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Rihanna Arrives

Rihanna Arrives — Rihanna knew she was about to shut it down when she arrived for her performance. Her crimson look was hidden under a black jacket during her unofficial entrance.

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