Cardi B Defends Stefon Diggs After Super Bowl Split Rumors

The rapper speaks out amid chatter from fellow artist BIA about Diggs' personal life.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Cardi B has come to the defense of her partner, NFL player Stefon Diggs, after rumors circulated about the couple splitting up following the Super Bowl. The Grammy-winning rapper addressed the speculation during a concert, telling the crowd that just because she's not "f--king" with Diggs doesn't mean others can talk about him. Cardi and Diggs welcomed a child together in 2025 but have faced recent relationship challenges, including Diggs' legal issues.

Why it matters

The public drama between Cardi B, Stefon Diggs, and fellow rapper BIA highlights the challenges high-profile celebrity couples face in maintaining privacy and managing public perceptions of their relationships, especially when children are involved.

The details

Cardi B seemingly responded to a post from rapper BIA that referenced Diggs having multiple "baby mamas." During a concert, Cardi told the crowd, "Let me tell you somethin', just because I ain't f--kin' with my baby daddy doesn't mean you get to talk about my baby daddy, bitch!" She then performed a diss track called "Pretty & Petty." Diggs and Cardi initially went public with their relationship in 2025 but have recently faced breakup rumors, including after Diggs' Super Bowl loss and his recent legal troubles, where he was accused of attacking his personal chef (he pleaded not guilty).

  • Cardi B and Stefon Diggs welcomed a baby together in November 2025.
  • Diggs was arraigned in court in early 2026 after being accused of attacking his personal chef.
  • Cardi B made her comments defending Diggs during a concert on her "Little Miss Drama Tour" in February 2026.

The players

Cardi B

A Grammy-winning rapper who has a child with NFL player Stefon Diggs.

Stefon Diggs

A 32-year-old NFL wide receiver who recently signed with the New England Patriots and is the father of Cardi B's child.

BIA

A rapper who has publicly feuded with Cardi B and made comments about Stefon Diggs' personal life.

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What they’re saying

“Let me tell you somethin', just because I ain't f--kin' with my baby daddy doesn't mean you get to talk about my baby daddy, bitch!”

— Cardi B, Rapper (TMZ)

What’s next

Diggs is set for a pretrial hearing on April 1 regarding the charges he faces for allegedly attacking his personal chef. The outcome of that legal case could further impact his relationship with Cardi B.

The takeaway

High-profile celebrity relationships often face intense public scrutiny, and Cardi B and Stefon Diggs' situation highlights how challenging it can be for couples to maintain privacy and control the narrative around their personal lives, especially when children are involved.