INTERNATIONAL DESK — Cardi B knows how to turn any room into a party, and the 2026 Baby2Baby Gala was no exception. The rapper brought her signature energy to the star-studded event's after-party in Los Angeles, delivering an electrifying performance of her hit song Up.
While the evening began with glamorous red-carpet arrivals and a meaningful charitable mission, Cardi made sure the celebrations ended on a high note. The rapper took the stage on Saturday night, November 14, at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, where she performed in front of an enthusiastic crowd. Fan-recorded videos circulating on social media captured Cardi commanding the stage alongside a live band, passionately performing Up.
For the after-party performance, Cardi opted for a dazzling gold beaded gown that shimmered under the stage light. The performance followed the annual Baby2Baby Gala, a high-profile black-tie fundraising event presented by Paul Mitchell. The gathering brought together some of Hollywood's biggest names from entertainment, fashion and philanthropy to support Baby2Baby.
The guest list includes Jessica Alba, Paris Hilton, Kerry Washington, Katy Perry, Ciara, Keke Palmer, Barbara Palvin and Dylan Sprouse among the notable personalities attending the event.