Cardi B Stuns Fans with Dramatic Hair Transformation Ahead of SNL Performance
Cardi B Stuns Fans with Dramatic Hair Transformation Ahead of SNL Performance
Geca FloresFri, January 30, 2026 at 5:48 AM UTC
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Cardi B sent fans into a major frenzy after Saturday Night Live teased its upcoming episode.
The award-winning artist is no stranger to making headlines, whether for shocking moments or striking remarks but this time, fans were left stunned by her show-stopping look.
The 33-year-old rapper was announced as a guest performer along with mainstay Chloe Fineman and guest host Alexander Skarsgård.
The video showcased the trio’s playful chemistry as well as the “Bodak Yellow” hitmaker’s undeniable charm and star power.
“SATURDAY!! Alexander Skarsgård hosts with musical guest @iamcardib!!' the caption reads.
However, it wasn't just her presence that caught the public’s attention, but her head-turning transformation did too.
For her SNL appearance, Cardi B debuted a much darker hairstyle, looking striking with black, voluminous hair styled with curtain bangs for added drama.
As for her glam, she opted for a muted, earth-tone hue that perfectly highlighted her facial features.
With SNL’s teaser featuring Cardi B, fans flooded the comment section with praise, admiring the Grammy winner’s current look.
“The best cardi has looked. BOMBSHELL,” one wrote.
“Cardi looks awesome! This is CRAZY!” a commenter said.
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“Cardi B keeps looking better and better, it's insane,” a follower echoed.
Fans continue to point out her hair transformation, with one noting “The bangs are giving bidi bidi bidi bidi bam bam.”
“cardi this HAIR,” an Instagram user mentioned.
Meanwhile, one commenter expressed that the singer looked youthful with her new style.
“Cardi looks like a 20-something new artist on the block, wow,” a fan wrote.
More recently, she also debuted a different look, flaunting long, sleek blonde locks during an Instagram Live earlier this week.
In addition, the “I Like It” singer wowed the public with bright green hair while attending the AFC Championship Game, where she showed her support for New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs during their matchup against the Denver Broncos.
Cardi B and Stefon Diggs #8 of the New England Patriots celebrate following the AFC Championship Playoff game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field At Mile High on January 25, 2026 in Denver, Colorado.Justin Edmonds/Getty Images (Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
After the intense matchup against the Broncos, Cardi B embraced full WAG energy as she celebrated the Patriots’ playoff win and their push toward Super Bowl glory.
The rapper and Diggs started dating around October 2024 following her split from ex-husband Offset. However, their relationship was only confirmed publicly in June 2025.
The couple later welcomed their first child together in November 2025.
Related: Cardi B’s Outfit During Paris Fashion Week Leaves Fans Stunned
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