Cardi B’s SNL Rehearsal Incident: A Lesson in Respect

Cardi B was set to appear on the 31st‑January episode of “Saturday Night Live, ” a show celebrating its 1, 000th performance. During the pre‑show preparations, the “Weekend Update” team was running jokes for a rehearsal. One of those jokes mentioned Nicki Minaj’s recent political leanings, a topic that has long been a point of tension between the two artists. Even though Cardi was not directly mentioned, she reacted strongly to the comment.Witnesses say that Cardi’s anger quickly grew. She threatened to quit the show, threw her phone at a television screen backstage, and entered the producers’ office where she struck a monitor until it shattered. The broken equipment had to be replaced before the final dress rehearsal could begin, leaving everyone on set uneasy. The joke that sparked the outburst was ultimately removed from the episode. The incident highlights how sensitive topics can provoke unexpected reactions, especially when personal rivalries are involved.