JUST IN: Rihanna Turns Heads in a Vibrant Sky-Blue Gown While Supporting A$AP Rocky at the Cannes Film Festival Premiere of Spike Lee and Denzel Washington’s ‘Highest 2 Lowest

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Shine at Cannes 2025: A Rainy Red Carpet Moment for ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ Premiere

CANNES, France – On the evening of May 19, 2025, the Cannes Film Festival welcomed a burst of star power as Rihanna made a stunning surprise appearance to support her partner, A$AP Rocky, at the world premiere of Spike Lee’s latest cinematic venture, Highest 2 Lowest. The Palais des Festivals, already buzzing with anticipation for the out-of-competition screening, became the backdrop for a moment that blended glamour, love, and cinematic prestige—despite the rain that drenched the iconic red carpet.

Rihanna, the global superstar and fashion icon, turned heads in a vibrant sky-blue gown that seemed to defy the dreary weather. The sleeveless, high-neck dress with a flowing train was a bold choice, perfectly complementing the modern elegance of the Cannes setting. Her look echoed a recurring trend of vibrant blue gowns on the festival’s red carpet—a color often associated with confidence and serenity, as noted in studies published in the Journal of Fashion Marketing and Management. A$AP Rocky, ever the style maven, opted for a sharp black suit, complete with dark sunglasses and a pin on his lapel, exuding a cool sophistication that matched the tone of the gritty crime thriller he stars in.

The couple, who have been a power couple since 2020, shared a heartwarming moment under a black umbrella, with Rocky waving to the crowd and Rihanna smiling softly by his side. Their appearance wasn’t just a fashion statement—it was a testament to their shared journey in the entertainment world, as highlighted in a recent Harper’s Bazaar feature where Rocky discussed their mutual support in music, fashion, and now film.

Highest 2 Lowest, directed by the legendary Spike Lee, is a modern-day English-language remake of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 classic High and Low. Set on the mean streets of New York City, the film stars Denzel Washington as a titan music mogul entangled in a life-or-death ransom plot. A$AP Rocky, who plays a pivotal role alongside Washington, marks a significant step in his acting career with this project. The film also features a stellar ensemble cast, including Jeffrey Wright, Ilfenesh Hadera, Ice Spice (in her film debut), Dean Winters, John Douglas Thompson, LaChanze, Aubrey Joseph, Michael Potts, and Wendell Pierce. Produced by A24 and Apple, Highest 2 Lowest is slated for a theatrical release in the United States on August 22, 2025, before streaming on Apple TV+ starting September 5, 2025.

The premiere at Cannes, though not in competition for the Palme d’Or, was a high-profile event, joining other gala screenings like Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. The festival, known for its prestige since its inception in 1946, has long been a platform for groundbreaking cinema. As noted in historical accounts on Wikipedia, Cannes has evolved into the world’s most prestigious film festival, with its Marché du Film (Film Market) facilitating global film commerce since 1959. The out-of-competition slot for Highest 2 Lowest allowed it to shine as a cinematic event without the pressure of the Palme d’Or race, giving the spotlight to its star-studded cast and Lee’s visionary direction.

Rihanna’s presence at the premiere was particularly meaningful