Cardi B, an American rapper, producer, reality television star, activist, and entrepreneur, rose to prominence initially as a Vine and Instagram personality, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

Her career gained significant traction when she became a regular cast member on the VH1 reality show "Love & Hip: New York" from 2015 to 2017.

However, her 2017 single "Bodak Yellow" propelled her to unprecedented success. The song achieved diamond certification from the RIAA, making Cardi B the first female rapper to achieve this feat.

With over 100 million Instagram followers, 6 billion YouTube streams, 35+ million monthly Spotify listeners, and a dedicated fan base of over 10 million on TikTok, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the digital sphere.

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Cardi B Early Life and Career

Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar Cephus, known professionally as Cardi B, was born on October 11, 1992, in Manhattan, New York.

She is the daughter of a Dominican father and a Trinidadian mother. She has seven siblings, including her popular younger sister, Hennessy Carolina.

She attended Renaissance High School for Musical Theater and Technology. During her teenage years, Cardi B worked at an Amish supermarket to make ends meet, but she was eventually fired, per CluthcPoints.

Subsequently, she pursued a career as a dancer at Club Lust in Brooklyn. After graduating high school, she briefly enrolled at Borough of Manhattan Community College before leaving to focus on her entertainment career.

In 2013, Cardi B gained attention by posting viral content on Instagram and Vine, establishing herself as an influencer.

Two years later, Cardi B released her mixtapes "Gangsta Bh Music, Vol. 1" and "Gangsta Bh Music, Vol. 2," which caught the attention of Atlantic Records.

Impressed by her talent, Atlantic Records signed her to a multimillion-dollar deal in 2017.

Cardi B's breakthrough came with the release of her debut studio album, "Invasion of Privacy," in 2018. The album featured the hit single "Bodak Yellow," all its tracks were at least certified Platinum, a historic achievement.

"Invasion of Privacy" sold over 3.3 million copies worldwide, earning Cardi B her first Grammy Award for Best Rap Album. The album also won Best Album of the Year at the BET Awards.

Aside from her successful music career, Cardi B has ventured into acting, making appearances in TV series such as "Being Mary Jane," "Hollywood Unlocked with Jason Lee Uncensored," "Kocktails with Khloe," "Uncommon Sense with Charlamagne," and "Baby Shark's Big Show!"

Cardi B's concerts are also highly lucrative, with sources suggesting she potentially earns two million dollars per show.

Cardi B Net Worth

Cardi B's global recognition and success have indeed contributed to her amassing significant wealth, particularly through the value of her music catalog rights, which are anticipated to be valued at over $50 million, MARCA reports.

As a result, her overall net worth is estimated to be around $80 million. This substantial fortune is primarily attributed to her successful music career, but it also encompasses her entrepreneurial ventures and influence as a social media personality.

Moreover, Cardi B's engagement ring holds an impressive estimated value of $550,000.

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Written by: Bert Hoover

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