Cardi B became visibly emotional on stage as she opened her Little Miss Drama Tour, addressing fans just days after sparking split rumors with NFL star Stefon Diggs.
The rapper fought back tears during the first show of the two-month tour Wednesday night at the Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, California.
In a moment captured on TikTok, Cardi paused before addressing the crowd and said, “I don’t want to get emotional.”
He then offered a brief but heartfelt message to fans, adding: “I just want to tell you not to let anyone take away your happiness,” before launching into talking about Maroon 5. girls like you.
The emotional moment came shortly after speculation grew about the status of her relationship with Diggs following the 2026 Super Bowl.
During the championship game between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks, Cardi seemed noticeably distant when an ESPN reporter asked her if she had any motivational words for Diggs before kickoff.
She simply replied, “Good luck,” before walking away.
Although Cardi made a brief appearance during Bad Bunny’s halftime performance, she was seen leaving immediately afterward.
Shortly after the game, which ended in a dominant victory for the Seahawks, fans noticed that Cardi and Diggs had unfollowed each other on social media, further fueling breakup rumors.
The apparent change surprised many supporters, especially since Diggs had previously hinted at a possible compromise.
Speaking to reporters on the opening night of the Super Bowl, he said: “It’s on the agenda. Maybe, right? I have to get it.” [my Super Bowl ring] first.”
At the time, he also spoke warmly about Cardi’s support throughout the football season, calling her an “incredible woman” and expressing how much he valued her presence.
He said he appreciated that she was there for him, not only at games, but also through constant check-ins and messages before and after games, making sure he was doing well.
Cardi and Diggs welcomed a son together in November. Cardi is also mom to Kulture, seven, Wave, four, and Blossom, one, whom she shares with ex-husband Offset.
While neither Cardi nor Diggs have publicly confirmed a split, the singer’s emotional opening night performance has left fans worried and speculating about what comes next.
For now, Cardi seems focused on her tour, leaning on her music as she navigates a very public and personal time.
