Offset and Cardi B attend the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Offset and Cardi B commemorated their six-year marriage anniversary the previous month, but their relationship has encountered significant turmoil. Cardi B, aged 31, has repeatedly accused the Migos rapper, also 31, of infidelity, even going so far as to file for divorce in 2020. However, they eventually reconciled. As for Offset, he initially alleged in a now-deleted social media post in June that Cardi had been unfaithful to him, although he later confessed that he had lied.
Now, Offset is offering insight into the steps that saved their marriage and earned his wife's trust.
"Initially, it involved respecting her position and acknowledging that we are both public figures who are constantly under scrutiny," revealed the "Bad and Boujee" rapper during an appearance on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast on October 18th. He also confessed to a personal realization: "I needed to stop being selfish and commit myself fully to my wife. Additionally, I made a conscious effort to improve communication about important matters."
The couple's problems with infidelity arose in 2018 when Cardi B reportedly assaulted two bartenders at a strip club in New York City. She accused one of the women of having an affair with her husband. Two years later, the famous rapper, known for her hit song "WAP," admitted guilt for third-degree assault and second-degree reckless endangerment. As a consequence, she received a 15-day community service sentence.
In April 2018, during an interview with Cosmopolitan, the star of the film "Hustlers" openly discussed her relationship with Offset.
"It feels like everyone is pressuring me, asking why I haven't left him. They claim I must have low self-esteem, but that's not the case. I am confident in my appearance, my wealth, and my talent. I have the ability to attract any man I desire, whether it be a basketball player or a football player. However, I choose to work through the issues in my relationship with my man, and I don't owe anyone an explanation. I am not someone's possession. This is my life, and I will take my time to make a decision. What he did was completely wrong."
After eight months, Cardi B took to Instagram to announce her breakup with Offset. She accused him of cheating once again, this time with an aspiring rapper and model named Summer Bunni.
On December 15, 2018, Offset issued an apology to Cardi for his infidelity, the day after celebrating his 27th birthday.
In an Instagram video, he expressed his birthday wish to reconcile with his wife, stating, "I have only one desire on my birthday, and that is to win back my wife." He sincerely apologized to Cardi for hurting her deeply, betraying their vows and their commitment to God, and acknowledged his own shortcomings as a selfish and flawed husband. He concluded by expressing his sincere desire to rebuild their relationship and spend the rest of his life with her.
Cardi B filed for divorce in September 2020 after their dramatic reunion, but eventually withdrew the legal documents. Despite his previous indiscretions, Offset, who has often spoiled Cardi B with numerous Hermès bags, expressed his renewed dedication to his wife during an interview on "Call Her Daddy."
"We prioritized open communication, recognizing that our busy work schedules were causing limitations. It's crucial for us to openly express our thoughts and concerns. If there's something we don't like, we share it, and vice versa. Lack of communication only leads to complications."
The couple, who have a daughter named Kulture, aged 5, and a son named Wave, aged 2, began their relationship in early 2017 and got married secretly later that same year. (Offset also has three other children, Jordan, aged 13, as well as Kalea and Kody, both aged 8, from previous relationships.)
Offset reminisced about the moment Cardi B caught his attention on a podcast episode. He described being drawn to her rawness and unwavering confidence. Unconcerned with others' opinions, he found her fearless attitude intriguing and impressive. Offset recognized her humor and appealing personality, making him take his chance and successfully win her over.