Hip-hop sensation Cardi B and NFL celebrity Stefon Diggs have finally gone public with their relationship, creating a colossal social media frenzy as fans respond not only to the unlikely pairing of the two stars but to the money situation between them. The couple was seen courtside at Madison Square Garden during the New York Knicks VS. Boston Celtics playoff game on May 12th, ending months-long speculation with their first public outing as a couple.
Cardi B, 32, was a picture of beauty and confidence next to Diggs, 31, generating buzz and speculation on social media. This romantic connection was first rumoured in October 2024, just after the divorce of Cardi B from her husband, Offset. The two were later spotted celebrating Valentine’s Day together, but they never officially appeared together until this week.
From Rumor to Reality
Reports from ARY News indicate that the relationship between the couple was not really public despite a few hints and sightings by paparazzi in the past several months. Their collective presence at a high-profile NBA game put an end to the guessing game as the two confirmed for themselves their position as the newest showbiz power couple.
This high-profile separation from Offset in August 2024 left a new opening in her life. She has three children with Migos rapper, and since then, she has been concentrating on her career and family. Her link-up with Diggs notches up another public interest.
A Relationship Worth Millions?
Apart from the romance and the notion of the people’s imagination, what actually fascinated the perception of the public was the financial differences of the couple. As the report in The Economic Times pointed out, Cardi B’s net worth in 2025 is said to be a whopping $101 million, making her the second richest female rapper on the list after Nicki Minaj. With several sources of income, music royalties, fashion endorsements, and in her own businesses, Cardi B becomes an unbeatable mogul.
On the other hand, Stefon Diggs, though financially successful in his own right, holds a net worth of $38 million. He has earned over $130 million in career earnings through his NFL contracts and has secured endorsements with major brands like Nike, EA Sports, and Old Spice. Despite this, social media commentary humorously questioned whether Cardi might be “paying the bills” in the relationship, highlighting the gendered lens often applied to celebrity couples with financial gaps.
Love in the Limelight
While fans largely celebrated the couple’s debut, many also expressed concern over the intrusive nature of financial comparisons. Supporters of the duo pointed out that both Cardi and Diggs are self-made successes and that the true focus should be on their happiness, not their bank balances.
For now, the couple seems unfazed by the chatter. Cardi B even hinted at future income in a playful social media post referencing her upcoming tour, suggesting she’s just getting started. Meanwhile, Diggs remains a dominant force on the field, having recently transitioned to the Houston Texans after a lucrative career with the Buffalo Bills and Minnesota Vikings.
Final Thoughts
Cardi B and Stefon Diggs’ romance blends music, sports, and pop culture into a high-profile love story that fans can’t stop watching. Whether they’re walking red carpets or attending courtside games, the spotlight is sure to stay fixed on this dynamic duo.
