Los Angeles, CA — September 2025
After a Los Angeles jury unanimously ruled in favor of Cardi B, rejecting Emani Ellis’s $24 million civil assault lawsuit, both women stepped outside the courthouse to share their thoughts in emotional, unfiltered statements.
Cardi B: “I Did Not Touch That Woman”
Cardi B, visibly relieved but also stern, began her remarks with gratitude:
“I want to thank my lawyers. I want to thank the jurors. I want to thank the judge. And I want to thank the respectful press. I really, really appreciate that. And I want to thank everybody at home supporting me.”
The rapper, who missed her children’s first and last days of school during trial, doubled down on her innocence:
“Even if I’m on my deathbed, I swear to God, I will say it — I did not touch that woman. I didn’t lay my hands on that girl.”
Cardi also issued a clear warning to anyone considering targeting her with lawsuits in the future:
“The next person that tries to do a frivolous lawsuit against me, I’m going to countersue and I’m gonna make you pay. I don’t lay in bed all day. I work hard for my money, for my kids, and for the people I take care of. Don’t you ever think I’m just going to settle and give it away.”
Despite her firm stance, Cardi asked fans not to harass Ellis or her family online:
“Don’t go bother her. Don’t be talking about her. Don’t call her nasty names. Let’s just put this behind us.”
The rapper, balancing court with her album rollout, kept her trademark humor intact:
“My forehead is raw from changing all these wigs. Raw, raw, raw, raw.”
She explained her trial strategy simply:
“By just telling the truth… I didn’t do nothing special.”
Emani Ellis: “What She Did to Me Was Real”
Ellis, meanwhile, remained resolute in her claims and expressed disappointment with the verdict — but not regret.
“Not at all. I don’t think it reflects the truth, but I’m not disappointed. I still stand firm on my position… I showed up, I held my head high, and I can walk away saying I had my day in court.”
She confirmed plans to appeal the case and criticized Cardi B’s behavior in court as “totally unprofessional,” claiming her body language and facial expressions revealed “the type of person that she is.”
Ellis also shared personal next steps, revealing she intends to pursue law school, a decision she says the trial experience only strengthened.
Once a fan of Cardi’s music, Ellis admitted that has changed:
“No, I’m not a fan anymore. And I won’t be listening to her new album.”
When asked about Cardi’s plea for fans to leave her alone, Ellis said she hadn’t heard it directly and dismissed the gesture as hollow:
“She’s never offered me an apology. So I’m not sure.”
What’s Next
With Cardi B walking away victorious, she promised a tougher stance against lawsuits in the future. Ellis and her attorney confirmed their intention to appeal, keeping the legal battle alive.
The case may be closed in court for now, but the clash of perspectives between Cardi B and Emani Ellis ensures it will remain a topic of heated debate among fans, critics, and legal watchers alike.
