Cardi B has gone viral after a heated moment with a reporter. The Grammy-winning rapper was caught on camera throwing a pen at a journalist who subtly asked about the paternity of her rumored pregnancy.
The exchange happened outside a Los Angeles courthouse, where Cardi was leaving a hearing related to her assault trial. The reporter shouted:
Reporter: “Cardi, insiders are claiming that Offset is publicly bragging about getting you pregnant for the fourth time. Do you foresee any paternity issues with Stefon Diggs?”
The question struck a nerve. Cardi B reacted by throwing the marker she was holding at the reporter and sharply responded:
Cardi B: “Stop disrespecting me. Don’t disrespect me.”
The reporter, attempting to defuse the tension, replied:
Reporter: “I still love you even though you just threw some stuff at me.”
Cardi B: “I don’t care. You’re disrespectful. Don’t do that. Do you see women asking those types of questions of me? Why do you, as a man, feel you get to ask me those types of questions? Act like you have some manners. Your momma taught you—respect women.”
As she walked away, she turned back to address the press pack, warning them about future access:
Cardi B: “Y’all are not going to see me after that, and you can thank him. I’m not playing around. I was very nice, I was very kind… Nobody’s going to get that no more.”
Fans React to Cardi B’s Outburst
The viral video has sparked divided opinions online. Many of Cardi B’s fans defended her response, arguing that questions about her alleged pregnancy cross personal boundaries. Others, however, felt the reaction was too extreme for a press event.
On social media, some users applauded her for standing her ground: “People need to respect boundaries. She’s not obligated to share everything.”
“The media always pushes too far, and Cardi just snapped.”
Meanwhile, critics said the rapper could have handled the situation without escalating it “Reporters ask tough questions. Throwing things isn’t the answer.”
