Cardi B's Pre-Super Bowl Robot Dance Ends in Embarrassing Fall
Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B found herself in an awkward situation ahead of the 2026 Super Bowl, taking an unexpected tumble while attempting to dance with a robot in front of fans. The incident occurred in San Francisco, where the music star was supporting her boyfriend, NFL player Stefon Diggs, before he took the field with the New England Patriots for the championship game.
Robot Encounter Turns Chaotic
Video footage captured the moment Cardi B, whose real name is Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, exited the Intercontinental San Francisco hotel. Dressed in a fitted yellow-and-black jumpsuit with black high heels, the performer approached a humanoid robot waiting outside. In a playful mood, she offered to give the machine a lap dance, joking to onlookers, “Get away from my man.”
The Bodak Yellow hitmaker then placed her arm on the robot's shoulder and began slowly circling it. She bent down and ran her hand over the mechanical body, attempting to deliver an intimate show. However, the performance took a turn when Cardi lost her balance, causing the robot to crash down on her as she fell to the ground.
Swift Response and Aftermath
Several people rushed to Cardi's aid, lifting the robot off her as she demanded, “Get me up.” An apology could be heard in the background before the WAP performer was escorted back into the hotel by her entourage. The rapper has since responded to TMZ posting the video on social media platform X, humorously threatening, “Delete or I will sue ... immediately.”
This lighthearted mishap adds to Cardi B's reputation for bold and unpredictable public appearances, though it serves as a reminder of the perils of impromptu performances with technology. The incident has sparked amusement and concern among fans, highlighting the unpredictable nature of celebrity antics in the lead-up to major sporting events like the Super Bowl.
