In a significant legal victory, Cardi B has been awarded an additional $2.8 million in damages after prevailing in her federal libel case against YouTuber Tasha K, also known as Latasha Kebe. The 29-year-old rapper was granted $1.5 million in punitive damages, along with $1.3 million to cover her attorney’s fees.
The ruling comes after a jury found Tasha K liable on multiple counts of slander, libel, and invasion of privacy, stemming from defamatory statements made in videos posted on her YouTube channel. Cardi B filed the lawsuit in 2019, citing a “campaign of slander” orchestrated by Tasha K, who falsely claimed that the rapper had engaged in prostitution, drug abuse, and suffered from sexually transmitted diseases.
Throughout the trial, Cardi B’s legal team vehemently denied the allegations, asserting that the claims made by Tasha K were entirely false. The jury’s decision to hold Tasha K accountable for slander, libel, and invasion of privacy reaffirms Cardi B’s innocence and vindicates her reputation.
Following the verdict, Tasha K took to Twitter to express gratitude to her legal team and supporters, signaling her intent to move forward. Meanwhile, Cardi B has yet to directly address her legal victory, but she shared a poignant message on Instagram Stories, thanking her late maternal grandmother for guiding her through difficult times.
During the trial, Cardi B opened up about the emotional toll of the defamation, revealing her struggles with depression and thoughts of suicide. She candidly testified about feeling overwhelmed and undeserving of her daughter, Kulture, following the onslaught of false accusations.
In addition to the damages awarded, the court also dismissed Tasha K’s countersuit, which alleged threats of physical harm from Cardi B. The judge ruled in favor of Cardi B, further solidifying her legal triumph and discrediting Tasha K’s claims.
Despite the legal battle, Cardi B remains resilient, using her platform to speak out against injustice and advocate for herself and others. As she continues to navigate the complexities of fame and scrutiny, her victory serves as a reminder of the importance of standing up for truth and justice in the face of adversity.