- Nigerian singer Ayra Starr recently spoke with Billboard to discuss the origins of her iconic images.
- Ayra shared a viral selfie with Coco Jones and R&B crooner Tems, claiming to be the first African to take a bathroom selfie at the Met Gala.
Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr recently opened up in a chat with Billboard, offering fans a glimpse into the stories behind some of her most talked-about photos.
One standout moment was her now-viral bathroom selfie from the 2025 Met Gala, where she posed with American stars Coco Jones and an R&B artist. With a touch of humor, Ayra joked that she was the first African to take a bathroom selfie at the Met Gala, playfully overlooking fellow Nigerian singer Tems, who also appeared in the photo.
“First African to take a bathroom selfie at the MET Gala, period!” she quipped during the interview.
Ayra Starr made her Met Gala debut at the 2025 edition held on May 5th at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. She was part of a growing African presence at the prestigious fashion event, joining the likes of Burna Boy, Tems, Tyla, acclaimed writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and fashion stylist Swanky Jerry.
The rising Afrobeats star continues to win hearts globally with not just her music, but her bold fashion and infectious personality.
