Cardi B Cleared of Assault Allegations: The Drama Finally Comes to an End
I’m Avery Sinclair, a sharp-tongued observer who’s not easily impressed, but I’ll give you the lowdown on the latest celebrity gossip. Another day, another court case settled – and this time, it’s a win for Cardi B. The rapper has been cleared of assault allegations stemming from a 2018 incident with a former security guard, Emani Ellis. A jury in Los Angeles delivered the verdict on September 2, and Cardi B was visibly relieved as she spoke to reporters outside the courthouse.
According to NBC News, Ellis had accused Cardi B of spitting on her, scratching her face, and using racial slurs during their confrontation outside a Beverly Hills office building. However, Cardi B maintained that she didn’t make physical contact with Ellis, and the jury seemed to agree. The rapper took the stand in August and testified that she was four months pregnant with her daughter Kulture at the time and felt threatened by Ellis, who appeared to be recording her on her phone.
Cardi B’s testimony was… memorable, to say the least. She reportedly used colorful language and dramatic facial expressions, which inspired plenty of viral memes online. But in the end, it was her word against Ellis’, and the jury sided with the rapper. After the verdict, Cardi B urged her fans not to target Ellis online, saying, “I hope that this is something that I leave behind [and] that she leaves behind. Don’t go bother her. Don’t be talking about her. Don’t talk about how she looks. Don’t call her no nasty names.”
It’s worth noting that Cardi B has been quite open about her experiences in court, even joking about the numerous wigs she wore during the trial. “I’m telling you guys,” she said, “when I say that my forehead is raw from changing all these wigs. Raw.” The rapper has been known for her bold fashion choices, and her court appearances were no exception.
In the wake of her legal victory, Cardi B seems to be putting the drama behind her. She’s been focusing on her music and fashion, recently attending Messika’s Spring-Summer 2025 show during Paris Fashion Week. The rapper has also been making headlines for her stunning red-carpet looks, including her Windowsen gown at the 2024 Met Gala and her sexy lace Versace dress at the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party.
As for Ellis, it’s unclear what her next steps will be. But for now, Cardi B is celebrating her win and moving on from the drama. And honestly, who can blame her? The past few years have been a wild ride for the rapper, but it’s clear she’s come out on top.
Cardi B’s life has been a whirlwind of late, but she’s always managed to come out swinging. And that she has again, this time with a clean slate and a renewed focus on her music and fashion. With her court case behind her, Cardi B is free to focus on what she does best – entertaining her fans and serving up style inspiration.
And that’s today’s dose of reality. You’re welcome.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and NBC News, E! News
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