Matt Leinart Details Failed Date with Rihanna Due to Lip Blister

Former USC quarterback Matt Leinart shared the story of his unsuccessful date with singer Rihanna, revealing that an unexpected lip blister ruined the moment. During a recent episode of his “Throwbacks” podcast, Leinart recounted how he had been eager to spend time with the pop star after arranging a meeting through mutual friends at Teddy’s nightclub in Los Angeles.

Despite initial hope, Leinart’s luck was already waning after two previous attempts to connect with Rihanna. The final blow came when he developed a massive blister on his lip caused by sun exposure, which significantly affected his confidence and ability to engage with her. He admitted that the blister was so noticeable that he couldn’t even make eye contact with Rihanna, making the whole interaction awkward.

Leinart’s friends assured him the blister wasn’t a serious issue, but it still impacted his ability to enjoy the encounter. Reflecting on the experience, he acknowledged that he completely blundered the opportunity, though he is now happily married to his wife, Josie, since 2018. He revealed that even Josie called him an “idiot” for the incident, highlighting how it remains a humorous story in their relationship.

As for Rihanna, she has since moved on and is now with rapper A$AP Rocky. The singer and her partner have started their own family, and Leinart’s story serves as a reminder that sometimes even plans go awry in spectacular fashion.