Key Points:
- Ayra Starr says she was the first African to take a bathroom selfie at the Met Gala.
- She shared the story during a fun interview with Billboard.
- Her viral photo featured fellow stars Coco Jones and Tems.
Ayra Starr jokes about viral Met Gala selfie
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr is still riding high on her Met Gala debut, and now she’s giving fans a fun behind-the-scenes scoop.
In a new interview with Billboard, Ayra opened up about some of her most talked-about pictures. One standout? Her now-viral bathroom selfie with American R&B star Coco Jones and Nigerian singer Tems.
While laughing about the photo, Ayra playfully declared, “First African to take a bathroom selfie at the MET Gala, period!”
She made history at the 2025 Met Gala
Ayra’s selfie was taken during her first-ever appearance at the prestigious fashion event. The 2025 Met Gala took place on May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Ayra was one of several African stars invited to the glamorous occasion. The Nigerian singer stood proudly beside fellow music giants like Burna Boy, Tems, and Tyla.
Renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and fashion stylist Swanky Jerry also joined the African representation at the event.
Fans can’t get enough of her bold energy
Fans have been praising Ayra for her confidence and humour. Many called her bathroom selfie a “powerful moment” for African pop culture.
Some even noted how relaxed and natural she looked beside international stars. Ayra’s light-hearted comment has also sparked laughs online, with fans loving her bold personality.
The moment has now become one of the most memorable highlights from the 2025 Met Gala.
