Social media erupted in reaction to Stefon Diggs’ decision to spend Christmas Day apart from Cardi B and their newborn son, a choice that didn’t sit well with many fans of the rapper. The New England Patriots wide receiver opted to celebrate the holiday with his two daughters from previous relationships, sparking a wave of criticism online.
In a lighthearted post, Diggs shared a video of himself dancing with his daughters, captioning it “Dance battle…” However, he reassured fans that Cardi and the baby were still in his thoughts, sharing a heartfelt image of them on his Instagram Story with a playful message: “Miss yaw!!! Don’t be squeezing him too tight you making him soft [smirking emoji mending heart emoji].”
Critics took to social media, voicing their displeasure at Diggs for not joining Cardi and their child during the festive season. One fan pointedly remarked, “4Kids 2 baby dad and being married yet still spending Christmas by yourself is INSANE smh,” referencing Cardi’s ex-husband Offset and their three children: Kulture, Wave, and Blossom. Others chimed in with sentiments about Diggs’ absence on what is traditionally a family-centered holiday.
Despite the backlash, some supporters defended Diggs, highlighting that he has a right to spend time with his other children. As one fan noted, “She’s been at all his games and was the only one there for his birthday. He’s allowed to have Christmas with his other kids.”
On her part, Cardi B embraced the spirit of the season with her children, sharing how they decorated four Christmas trees, each tailored to reflect her children’s favorite themes—from a tree adorned with footballs for her newborn to one featuring Minnie Mouse for her youngest daughter, Blossom. Cardi encapsulated her joy for the holiday with a post that read, “Merry Christmas Eve FROM ME AND MY CUBS.”
As Christmas Day unfolded, Cardi’s attempts to capture a perfect family photo with all her children did not go as planned, leading her to humorously declare, “The perfect Christmas picture don’t exist in this house.”
This holiday season has been filled with memorable moments, laughter, and the customary chaos that comes with family gatherings, showcasing both the struggles of family dynamics and the joy found in celebrating individuality.