The actor had an awkward encounter with the pop singer at the 2015 NBA All-Star game
, the actor recalled the moment, which was famously captured on camera.
“I’ve been caught by the paparazzi openly flirting with Rihanna,” Hawke admitted in the interview. Maya chimed in, “Trying to.” Hawke accepted the correction. “Trying to flirt,” he continued. “So that’s been to the family shame, so you’re really touching a nerve.” Maya, however, replied, “No, it’s family pride.”
At the time, Hawke posted a series of photos on his Instagram page with an apology to his son Levon, who he made swap seats so he could speak with Rihanna. “After Rihanna’s brilliant half time performance, I’m hoping my son can find it in his heart to forgive a Dad for taking his moment,” Hawke wrote.
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