Rihanna shows off large scribbled leg tattoo ‘designed by her babies’ from children’s artwork
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Rihanna is showing off a deeply personal new tattoo inspired by her children, adding a sentimental piece to her already extensive ink collection. The Barbadian singer and entrepreneur shares three children — sons Riot and RZA and daughter Rocki — with her partner ASAP Rocky.
Rihanna, known for her bold body art over the years, revealed this latest design carries a more intimate meaning. The tattoo was unveiled in an Instagram post shared on Friday, May 8, by celebrity tattoo artist Keith McCurdy, widely known as Bang Bang, who has worked with her for years.
Rihanna debuts large scribbled leg tattoo designed by her children
The images and clips shared online showed Rihanna getting inked on her lower leg, just behind the knee. The design was based on playful scribbles created by her children using colorful markers.
The original artwork featured doodles on paper surrounded by stickers, including those from 'Paw Patrol'. Bang Bang captioned the post, “Family tats @badgalriri Designed by her babies,” which quickly drew widespread attention and thousands of likes.
The tattoo reflects a personal touch from her children, turning their casual drawings into permanent body art, a gesture that highlights Rihanna’s close bond with her kids.
Tattoo artist Bang Bang reflects on long-time bond with Rihanna
Bang Bang, who has been tattooing Rihanna for over a decade, has often spoken about their strong professional and personal relationship. In a 2018 post, he reflected on their friendship while wishing her on her birthday.
“@badgalriri ain’t much to say that I haven’t said already - your co-sign of my shit for the past 10+ years has changed my life - it’s been my privilege to decorate you- more importantly it’s been an honor to be your friend - thank you,” he wrote.
He added at the time, “Happy birthday thug... you’re gettin old ;)”
Rihanna turns heads at 2026 Met Gala alongside ASAP Rocky
This came after Rihanna turned heads with her grand appearance at the Met Gala 2026.
This comes shortly after Rihanna made a striking appearance at the 2026 Met Gala on Monday, May 4.
For the high-profile fashion event, she wore a dramatic Maison Margiela gown featuring a jewel-encrusted long-sleeve bodice in muted silver and gold tones. The outfit also included a structured skirt with an ornamental circular design framing her silhouette.
She completed the look with Desert diamond Glenn Spiro earrings and spoke briefly with 'Today with Jenna & Sheinelle' co-host Sheinelle Jones, saying, “You deserve to be poured into. And you're beautiful, you're a Black journalist. And I respect you. I love you for this."
ASAP Rocky attended alongside her in a pink Chanel ensemble, accessorized with custom jewelry pieces from his label PAVĒ NITEŌ, created in collaboration with Venetian jeweler Maison Codognato.
