Cardi B’s Iconic Microphone Incident Raises $100K For Charity

Cardi B’s recent microphone-tossing incident during a performance in Las Vegas has garnered attention not only for its entertainment value but also for its charitable outcome.

Despite not resulting in any charges for the Bronx superstar, the incident has led to a remarkable $100,000 payday for the production company behind the microphone. This unexpected turn of events has created quite a buzz, as the microphone in question became the centerpiece of an eBay auction that benefited two important charitable organizations.

In a recent report by TMZ on August 8, it was revealed that an eBay listing for the now-famous microphone concluded with a closing bid of $99,900. The auction, which initially started at a modest $500, attracted over 120 bids within the span of a week. The microphone’s connection to Cardi B’s spirited response to a fan’s drink-throwing incident contributed to its value and desirability among collectors and fans alike.

The production company responsible for the microphone’s auction has announced that the impressive earnings will be directed towards two charitable causes. The recipients of these donations are the Wounded Warrior Project, which supports veterans and active-duty service members, and the Friendship Circle Las Vegas, an organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with special needs. This philanthropic gesture has added a positive dimension to what started as a headline-grabbing incident.

The microphone gained notoriety during Cardi B’s performance at Drai’s Nightclub in Las Vegas on July 29. While she was performing her hit track “Bodak Yellow,” a fan threw a drink at her. In response, Cardi B angrily launched her microphone into the crowd in the direction of the offender. Although it remains unclear whether the person who threw the drink was hit by the microphone, the incident marked a heated moment in the performance.

Following the incident, Cardi B expressed her frustration with apparent lip-reading, mouthed words suggesting the culprit was a “jealous-ass bitch.” Security escorted the suspected person away from the venue. Cardi B later received the microphone back and resumed her performance.

Reports indicate that the drink was thrown at Cardi B after she had encouraged the crowd to “splash” her with water during her performance. The outdoor event took place at Drai’s Nightclub on a day when the temperature soared to 105 Fahrenheit. Additional footage revealed Cardi B urging her fans to shower her with water between songs, adding a unique element to the performance.