Childhood and Education Journey of Cardi B in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Cardi B, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Cardi B, born Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, is an American rapper from New York City. She gained prominence for her energetic rap style and candid lyrics. Starting her music career in 2016 with two mixtapes, she's recognized for boosting the visibility and importance of female rappers in the music industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

October 11, 1992: Cardi B's Birth

On October 11, 1992, Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, known professionally as Cardi B, was born in New York City.

1995: Birth of Hennessy Carolina

In 1995, Cardi B's younger sister, Hennessy Carolina, was born.

December 30, 2016: Departure from Love & Hip Hop

On December 30, 2016, Cardi B announced her departure from Love & Hip Hop: New York after two seasons to further pursue her music career, signaling a shift in her focus towards music.

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2016: Cardi B discusses drugging and robbing men

In 2016, Cardi B admitted that when she worked as a stripper, she used to drug and rob men for their money.

September 2017: Secret marriage to Offset

In September 2017, Cardi B secretly married Offset, one month before their public engagement.

October 27, 2017: Engagement to Offset

On October 27, 2017, Cardi B became engaged to fellow rapper Offset.

April 7, 2018: Pregnancy reveal

On April 7, 2018, during her second performance on Saturday Night Live, Cardi B revealed she was pregnant.

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June 25, 2018: Secret marriage revealed

On June 25, 2018, it was revealed that Cardi B and Offset had secretly married in September 2017, one month before the public proposal.

July 10, 2018: Birth of daughter

On July 10, 2018, Cardi B gave birth to her daughter.

December 2018: Separation from Offset

In December 2018, Cardi B announced on Instagram that she and Offset had separated.

2018: Cardi B talks about being Afro-Latina

In a 2018 interview, Cardi B discussed her identity as an Afro-Latina and Afro-Caribbean woman.

February 2019: Public appearance at the Grammys

In February 2019, Cardi B and Offset made a public appearance together at the Grammys, during which he joined her onstage for her Best Rap Album acceptance speech.

2019: Contemplated suicide

In 2019, Cardi B stated that the lies from Tasha K led her to contemplate suicide.

March 2020: Coronavirus Reaction and "Coronavirus" Track

In March 2020, Cardi B's reaction video about the coronavirus pandemic led to DJ iMarkkeyz creating the track "Coronavirus", which became an internet meme.

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September 2020: Filing for divorce from Offset

In September 2020, it was reported that Cardi B had filed for divorce from Offset.

June 2021: Pregnancy with second child

In June 2021, Cardi B revealed she was pregnant with her second child, a boy.

September 4, 2021: Birth of son

On September 4, 2021, Cardi B gave birth to her son.

2022: Donations and Pledges

In 2022, Cardi B made significant charitable contributions, including donating $100,000 to her former elementary school, I.S. 232 in The Bronx, and pledging to cover the funeral and repatriation expenses for the 17 victims of the 2022 Bronx apartment fire.

December 2023: Cardi confirms she's single

In December 2023, Cardi shared via Instagram that she had been "single for a minute," confirming that she and Offset were no longer together.

March 2024: Unclear marital status

As of March 2024, the current status of Cardi B and Offset's marriage became unclear as they were still working together, with Offset directing a music video for Cardi B.