Rihanna Publicly Supports A$AP Rocky as Assault Trial Nears Verdict

The singer shared a Valentine's Day tribute to the rapper while funding his legal defense in a high-stakes trial with a potential 24-year prison sentence.

• Rihanna posted a Valentine's Day video celebrating her relationship with A$AP Rocky, showcasing their bond through throwback footage from Paris.
• A$AP Rocky is facing felony assault charges for allegedly firing a handgun at former friend Terell Ephron in 2021, with a maximum potential sentence of 24 years in prison.
• Rihanna has been attending court proceedings, including the closing arguments, where the prosecution emphasized that the jury must not be influenced by her celebrity status or the couple's family circumstances.
• Reports indicate Rihanna is heavily financing Rocky's legal defense, with expenses reportedly running into hundreds of thousands of dollars.
• The trial, which has seen heated exchanges between defense and prosecution, is expected to conclude with a verdict next week.

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