Feuds and Fights: A Look at Celebrity Beefs from Cardi B and Nicki Minaj to Taylor Swift and Katy Perry
Cardi B and Nicki Minaj's feud escalated when Cardi brought out Meek Mill, Nicki's ex, for a surprise performance during her concert in Philadelphia. The two rappers have been publicly feuding since 2018, with Cardi responding to Nicki's allegations about her album sales and parenting skills. Cardi urged Nicki to focus on artists her own size and not bring up her pregnancy. The feud between Cardi and Nicki is just one of many celebrity beefs, including Tan France and Bobby Berk, Sharon Osbourne and Ashton Kutcher, and Cassadee Pope and Maren Morris.
JoJo Siwa and Candace Cameron Bure had a brief feud after JoJo described Candace as the "rudest" celebrity for not taking a picture with her. The two later made amends, but Candace's comments about featuring same-sex couples in holiday movies sparked controversy. Courtney Love accused Olivia Rodrigo of copying her band's album cover, leading to a playful exchange between the two musicians. Dwayne Johnson and Tyrese Gibson's feud reignited over the Fast and Furious franchise, with Tyrese threatening to quit if Dwayne was in the movie.
Taylor Swift and Katy Perry ended their long-standing feud when Katy sent Taylor an olive branch before her tour. Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker's feud resurfaced after Kim decided not to return for a third Sex and the City movie. Elton John and Madonna have been feuding since 2004, with Elton criticizing Madonna's live performances. Katherine Heigl's feud with Shonda Rhimes began when she removed her name from Emmy consideration, leading to tension between the actress and the Grey's Anatomy creator. Nicki Minaj and Cardi B's physical altercation at a fashion week party was fueled by ongoing tension between the two rappers. Kanye West and Taylor Swift's feud dates back to 2009 and resurfaced in 2016 after Kanye referenced Taylor in his song "Famous."