A California court has ruled in favor of American rapper Cardi B, dismissing a $24 million lawsuit that alleged she assaulted a security guard in 2018. The plaintiff, Emani Ellis, claimed that Cardi B—who was pregnant at the time—cut her cheek with a fingernail and spat on her at a Beverly Hills obstetrician’s office.
The case was heard by a 12‑member Los Angeles jury, which deliberated for less than an hour before reaching a unanimous verdict for Cardi B. The jurors found that Ellis had failed to provide sufficient evidence to support her allegations of physical assault by the Grammy‑winning artist.
During the two‑day trial, Cardi B testified that she feared Ellis would disclose her pregnancy to the public. While she acknowledged that an argument occurred, she maintained that it did not escalate into physical violence. After the verdict, she reiterated her denial, stating, “I will say it on my deathbed. I did not touch that woman. I did not touch that girl. I didn’t lay my hands on that girl.”
Cardi B also warned that she would take strong action against anyone who brings a “frivolous lawsuit” against her in the future, saying she would counter‑sue and seek compensation, emphasizing that such actions are “not OK.”
The dismissal ends a lengthy and highly publicized legal battle that had been livestreamed and generated significant media attention. With the verdict, Cardi B can now focus on her music and other pursuits without the burden of this lawsuit, and the outcome underscores the importance of providing substantial evidence to support allegations.
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