Cardi B Announces Third Pregnancy Amid Offset Divorce: 'With Every Ending Comes A New Beginning'
By Afouda Bamidele on August 1, 2024 at 1:08 PM EDT
Updated on August 1, 2024 at 1:39 PM EDT
If there is one thing fans can always expect from Cardi B, it is the unpredictability in her relationship with Offset.
Since their romance began, the "Up" hitmaker and the former Migos member have been embroiled in controversy. From their on-and-off love to cheating drama and, most recently, a divorce filing, the pair are tumultuous at best.
Surprisingly, these love spats have withstood the test of time, but Cardi B recently hinted that she and Offset may officially be over — an ending that comes with the conception of their third child.
Cardi B Announces Third Pregnancy With A Stunning Photoshoot
Cardi announced she is expecting her third child on Instagram, dropping two stunning images of herself in a stomach-baring outfit. The red number featured a plunging neckline exposing her chest to her growing baby bump.
She paired the dress with a blood-red fur coat and rocked her hair in a curly updo with a framing tendril. Cardi posed on a balcony with the city's lights twinkling in the background like a thousand stars in the night sky.
"With every ending comes a new beginning! I am so grateful to have shared this season with you. You have brought me more love, more life, and most of all, renewed my power!" Cardi began her poignant caption, adding:
"Reminded me that I can have it all! You've reminded me that I never have to choose between life, love, and my passion! I love you so much and can not wait for you to witness what you helped me accomplish."
Cardi B Seemingly Hints At The End Of Her Marriage To Offset
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Cardi's caption seemingly implied her third pregnancy inspired her to file for divorce. She continued her message in a similar tone, noting she wanted her child to see what "you pushed me to do!"
"It's so much easier taking life's twists, turns, and test laying down, but you, your brother, and your sister have shown me why it's worth it to push through!" Cardi concluded her caption, referencing her daughter Kulture and son Wave.
The rapper's post received over 700k likes within 30 minutes of its upload, with thousands of congratulatory comments. "So happy for you and that you are standing strong. Love you, sis," Hollywood Unlocked founder Jason Lee chimed.
"Sending you so much love! You're amazing, you're such a humble soul & I'm wishing you a healthy & amazing pregnancy," a fan penned. Another added: "No matter what the media has to say, Cardi B is a great mother."
Cardi B Files For Divorce Amid Cheating Rumors
The Blast recently reported that Cardi had moved to officially end her marriage to Offset by filing for divorce. Sources noted she wants primary custody of the duo's children and showed no signs of backing down.
A source close to the drama claimed Cardi's desire for a new chapter was the primary reason behind her divorce and not the cheating rumors. In their words:
"They've grown apart. That's what drove her to this decision more than anything else. This is something she wants to do."
Before the divorce news broke, Offset clarified that the infidelity speculations were false. He addressed the situation in an Instagram Live session, assuring fans that he did not cheat on Cardi.
Offset Says The Cheating Rumors Are Fake
The infidelity drama began when Offset was spotted hanging out with a woman, later identified as PrettyRedz, at a casino. However, getting photographed with her didn't spell an extramarital affair, as they were simply friends.
Offset stressed, "Shorty ain't my shorty. People really need to do the research. I'm at a public place gambling at a casino with a married 8-month pregnant woman. Wtf I look like being outside publicly cheating SMD!!!"
PrettyRedz echoed similar sentiments, claiming, "It's completely crazy that I even have to do this. PLEASE. If not for me… PLEASE RESPECT MY LATE HUSBAND. I AM JUST BEGINNING TO GRIEVE. HAVING A NIGHT OUT WITH FAMILY IS NOT A OPPORTUNITY FOR CLICKBAIT!"
Cardi B Claimed She Was Single Amid Divorce Rumors
Before her recent divorce filing, The Blast shared that Cardi had announced the end of her relationship with Offset. She broke the news during an Instagram Live session in December 2023, confirming fans' speculations about her broken marriage.
"I don't know if y'all have been getting clues from me from my live, I mean... or from my Instagram Stories," Cardi began, "where I put certain music. When it comes to events and stuff, I don't think it's true, I don't care to find out because I have been single for a minute now."
Cardi B's single woman proclamation warned fans about the end of her chapter with Offset. However, no one could have suspected their divorce would come amid the conception of a third child.