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 Cephus, is a highly successful American rapper celebrated for her candid public persona and explicit lyrics. She rose to prominence between 2015 and 2017 through her presence on Vine and Instagram, her role on VH1's Love & Hip Hop: New York, and the release of two mixtapes, laying the foundation for her career in music.

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

October 11, 1992: Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar's Birth

On October 11, 1992, Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, now known as Cardi B, was born. She is an American rapper known for her unfiltered persona and lyrics.

1995: Birth of Hennessy Carolina

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

2016: Advocacy During Presidential Primaries

During the 2016 presidential primaries, Cardi B warned her fans of Donald Trump's immigration policies and encouraged them to vote for Senator Bernie Sanders.

2016: Cardi B admits to drugging and robbing men

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

September 2017: Cardi B secretly marries Offset

In September 2017, Cardi B secretly married Offset, which was later revealed in June 2018.

October 27, 2017: Cardi B and Offset get engaged

On October 27, 2017, Cardi B and Offset became engaged.

April 7, 2018: Cardi B reveals pregnancy on Saturday Night Live

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

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June 25, 2018: Cardi B confirms secret marriage to Offset

On June 25, 2018, Cardi B confirmed in a social media post that she and Offset had secretly married in September 2017.

July 10, 2018: Cardi B gives birth to daughter Kulture Kiari Cephus

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

October 1, 2018: Cardi B accused of assault of female bartenders

On October 1, 2018, Cardi B was accused of an alleged assault of two female bartenders, with claims that she and her entourage threw bottles and alcohol at them, which she denied.

December 7, 2018: Cardi B appears in court for arraignment

On December 7, 2018, Cardi B appeared in court for her arraignment on assault and reckless endangerment charges, after missing the originally scheduled date due to a scheduling conflict.

December 2018: Cardi B announces separation from Offset

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

2018: Cardi B discusses her Afro-Latina and Afro-Caribbean heritage

In 2018, Cardi B discussed her Afro-Latina and Afro-Caribbean heritage in an interview.

February 2019: Cardi B and Offset make a public appearance at the Grammys

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

June 21, 2019: Cardi B indicted on 14 charges

On June 21, 2019, Cardi B was indicted on 14 charges, including two counts of felony assault with intent to cause serious physical injury, stemming from the bartenders incident.

June 25, 2019: Cardi B pleads not guilty to assault charges

On June 25, 2019, Cardi B was arraigned and pleaded not guilty to all charges related to the alleged assault of two female bartenders.

2019: Cardi B contemplates suicide due to lies spread by Tasha K

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

2019: Cardi B on Harper's Bazaar cover

In 2019, Cardi B was featured on the cover of Harper's Bazaar spring fashion issue in a Cinderella-themed photoshoot, which some interpreted as a reference to her September 2018 incident.

2019: Controversies regarding drugging and robbing men

In 2019, controversy arose around Cardi B's past actions of drugging and robbing men, and she defended herself by saying she did what she had to do to survive, not glorifying the things she did.

March 2020: Cardi B's Coronavirus Reaction Becomes a Viral Song

In March 2020, Cardi B's reaction video about the coronavirus pandemic inspired DJ iMarkkeyz to create a track titled "Coronavirus," which became an internet meme and was released to music platforms.

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September 2020: Cardi B files for divorce from Offset

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

June 2021: Cardi B announces second pregnancy

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

September 4, 2021: Cardi B gives birth to son Wave Set Cephus

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

January 24, 2022: Cardi B wins defamation verdict against Tasha K

On January 24, 2022, Cardi B won a million-dollar defamation verdict against YouTuber Latasha Kebe (Tasha K) for waging a "malicious campaign" to hurt her reputation by posting false rumors.

March 25, 2022: Cardi B wins defamation lawsuit filed against her sister

On March 25, 2022, Cardi B, her sister Hennessy, and Hennessy's girlfriend won a defamation lawsuit filed against them by three men over an incident at a Suffolk County beach.

September 15, 2022: Cardi B pleads guilty to assault and reckless endangerment

On September 15, 2022, Cardi B pleaded guilty to third-degree assault and second-degree reckless endangerment, resulting in a sentence of 15 days of community service.

July 2023: Cardi B throws microphone at concert

In July 2023, Cardi B threw her microphone into the crowd at a Las Vegas concert of hers after a fan threw a liquid at her. One fan attempted to press charges but the Clark County Police Department decided not to move forward with a case.

December 2023: Cardi B announces she is single

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

March 2024: Cardi B and Offset's marital status becomes unclear

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

July 2024: Cardi B files for divorce from Offset and announces third pregnancy

In July 2024, Cardi B officially filed for divorce from Offset and announced her third pregnancy the day after.

September 7, 2024: Cardi B gives birth to daughter Blossom

On September 7, 2024, Cardi B gave birth to her third child, a daughter named Blossom.

2024: Cardi B defends drugging and robbing men.

In 2024, Cardi B spoke on the matter again, saying she "doesn't feel bad" about drugging and robbing men regarding her past, and would have done it again.