Cardi B is at the center of a legal dispute with Ryan Burke, CEO of BZR WKND, over her cancellation of an October concert in Jamaica, which Burke plans to sue her for, claiming he paid her the full performance fee of $2.5 million.
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Cardi B, however, contends that she only received a $1 million deposit and was owed another payment that never arrived on time, which she claims was due September 17. She asserted that the promoter attempted to have her cover production costs with her deposit money.
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Cardi claims that Burke only arranged for the second payment after she announced her decision to cancel, which she emphasized was too late for her to proceed with the show. She stated, “It’s already October” and highlighted that critical logistics for the concert were still unresolved.
The rapper expressed frustration over being led to believe the event would feature a full lineup of artists, suggesting that Burke’s management was inadequate and unprofessional, particularly as the event date approached.
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Cardi was particularly offended by Burke’s assertions that her cancellation was linked to the death of her grandfather, calling it “insane” and maintaining that the real issue was the promoter’s lack of professionalism.
Burke stated that the BZR WKND concert has been rescheduled for December 20, but noted that he has begun refunding ticket purchasers in light of the cancellation and ongoing issues with Cardi B.
Cardi B has indicated that she will counter-sue if Burke follows through with his legal actions against her, stressing the belief that she was wronged in this deal and desires to set the record straight.
Cardi shared she had hoped to use the Jamaican trip as a vacation with a friend, expressing disappointment that personal circumstances, coupled with the promoter’s actions, affected her plans.
