American rapper Cardi B has been cleared of all liability in a $24 million civil assault lawsuit filed by her former security guard, Emani Ellis. A Los Angeles jury delivered the verdict on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, rejecting Ellis’s claims of assault during a 2018 doctor’s office visit in Beverly Hills.
Ellis had alleged that Cardi B, who was heavily pregnant at the time, spat on her and hurled insults. However, Cardi firmly denied the accusations, testifying that no physical altercation ever took place and framing the incident as a matter of privacy violation rather than violence.
The case featured three days of emotional testimony, with both sides detailing the pressures of celebrity life, security disputes, and personal boundaries. Cardi’s defense team argued that Ellis’s allegations were exaggerated and financially motivated, while Ellis insisted, she suffered lasting emotional distress.
In the end, the jury sided with the Bronx-born superstar, rejecting all claims and freeing her from the multimillion-dollar damages sought. The verdict marks a significant legal victory for Cardi B, who has faced numerous high-profile court battles throughout her career.
Fans have flooded social media with reactions, celebrating her win and highlighting the challenges of navigating fame under constant public scrutiny.