In a surprising twist that has set social media ablaze, Offset, the former Migos rapper and ex-husband of Cardi B, revealed in a June 2025 Complex magazine interview that he’s harboring a crush on pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter. The revelation, uncovered through a mind-reading trick by magician Anna DeGuzman, comes as Offset navigates a contentious divorce from Cardi B, who has moved on with NFL star Stefon Diggs. The announcement has sparked a flurry of reactions, from fan speculation about a potential musical collaboration to criticism of Offset’s timing given his ongoing personal and legal battles. Meanwhile, Cardi’s recent social media purge of Diggs-related content has fueled breakup rumors, adding another layer to this high-profile drama. Here’s a deep dive into Offset’s Carpenter crush, the fallout, and what it means for all involved.

The Complex Interview: A Magical Reveal

On June 24, 2025, Offset appeared on Complex’s new series Interview With A Magician, hosted by internet magician Anna DeGuzman. During the segment, DeGuzman challenged Offset to think of his celebrity crush without saying the name aloud, using her mind-reading skills to guess it. “Well, think about your love life. Do you have a celebrity crush right now? Someone we would all know,” DeGuzman asked, prompting Offset to play coy. When pressed about whether the crush was an artist or actor, Offset confirmed she was an artist, adding, “I feel like, artistically, she’s got it all together. I like her voice. I like how she does her stage sets.” Unable to name a specific song when teased, he laughed off the moment, but the reveal came when DeGuzman handed him a crumpled piece of paper with “Sabrina Carpenter” written on it.

Offset’s reaction was one of genuine shock: “How you get this right? That’s crazy. That’s crazy. This is cap! No way. I ain’t never said this before.” The moment, captured in a viral clip, sent fans into a frenzy, with some, like @schtcouldget on X, quoting Offset as saying, “O hatunu istiyorum” (Turkish for “I want that woman”), amplifying the buzz. Others speculated about a potential collaboration, given that Offset and Carpenter are both signed to Universal Music Group labels, with one fan on X suggesting, “Lmao this press for a collab or something? They must be doing a song together.”

Sabrina Carpenter: The Pop Star in the Spotlight

Sabrina Carpenter, 26, is riding a career high in 2025. Her sixth album, Short n’ Sweet (2024), topped the Billboard 200, with singles like “Espresso,” “Please Please Please,” and “Taste” dominating the Hot 100. Her upcoming seventh album, Man’s Best Friend, set for release on August 29, 2025, has already made waves with its provocative lead single “Manchild,” which debuted at number one, and a controversial album cover depicting Carpenter on her hands and knees. The album’s buzz, coupled with her Grammy wins for Best Pop Vocal Album and Best Pop Solo Performance, has solidified her as a pop culture powerhouse.

Carpenter, who ended her relationship with actor Barry Keoghan in December 2024, is currently single, making Offset’s crush a timely talking point. However, her limited history of collaborating with rappers—her only rap feature being with Saweetie on 2019’s “I Can’t Stop Me”—suggests a musical link-up with Offset is speculative at best. Fans have mixed feelings, with some protective of Carpenter, citing her 2025 single “Manchild” as a subtle jab at unreliable partners. One X user, @grandeunext, warned, “Idk if you heard Manchild, Offset, but Sabrina doesn’t like cheaters,” referencing Offset’s history of infidelity allegations.

Cardi B’s Response: Moving On with Stefon Diggs

Offset’s crush revelation comes amid a turbulent divorce from Cardi B, who filed for divorce in July 2024 after years of on-and-off drama since their 2017 marriage. The couple, who share three children—Kulture, 6, Wave, 3, and Blossom, 10 months—have faced public feuds over Offset’s alleged cheating, including a 2023 incident during a Kai Cenat stream. Cardi has since moved on with Stefon Diggs, a New England Patriots wide receiver, going Instagram official on June 1, 2025, with risqué yacht photos. Their romance, marked by high-profile outings like Coachella and a romantic stay at a $12,000-per-night French castle, has been a focal point of Cardi’s post-divorce narrative.

However, in early July 2025, Cardi deleted all Diggs-related photos from her Instagram and unfollowed him, sparking breakup rumors. Fans speculated about a split, especially after reports of Diggs’ alleged infidelity at a May 2025 yacht party, which Cardi reportedly forgave. On July 8, Cardi addressed the rumors in an X Spaces session, saying, “I haven’t addressed nothing because it’s like knowing you got a gorgeous na fkin’ you and lovin’ you from head to toe. I don’t really give a fk what anybody says.” She followed up with a July 9 X post, “Shut the f** up,” and reposted a workout video with Diggs, suggesting they were still together. Diggs also wiped his Instagram feed by July 20, leaving fans uncertain but with indications they remain a couple.

Cardi’s focus has been on her sophomore album, Am I the Drama?, set for release on September 19, 2025, her first since 2018’s Invasion of Privacy. The album’s lead single, “Outside,” dropped on June 20, with lyrics believed to address her strained relationship with Offset. Her Paris Fashion Week appearance on July 7, where she stunned at Schiaparelli with a live crow, tied into the album’s dramatic aesthetic, suggesting she’s channeling personal turmoil into her art.

Offset’s Timing and Public Backlash

Offset’s Carpenter crush reveal, just one day after Cardi announced her album, was seen by some as a calculated jab. Sources close to Offset told People that he had supported Cardi’s album during their relationship, but his silence on the announcement contrasted with his public admiration for Carpenter. Fans on X were quick to criticize, with @TheCryptoGuvnor joking, “Respect to him. I mean who doesn’t have a crush on Sabrina Carpenter. Let thean dream!” while others, like @grandeunext, slammed Offset’s history, saying, “He should have a crush on being an active father and not a deadbeat.”

Offset’s past infidelity allegations, including those during his marriage to Cardi, have shaped the narrative. His June 2025 request for spousal support in their divorce proceedings drew a scathing response from Cardi, who accused him of neglecting their children for two months. “I want you to die, but I want you to die fucking slow,” she said in a viral Instagram Live, highlighting the bitterness of their split. Offset’s claim in April 2025 that he wanted “peace” with Cardi and her fans, the Bardi Gang, now seems overshadowed by his Carpenter comments.

Speculation of a Collaboration

The idea of an Offset-Carpenter collaboration has gained traction, with fans noting their shared Universal Music Group affiliation. Offset’s previous pop collaborations with artists like Katy Perry and Justin Bieber during his Migos days, and his 2018 track with Madison Beer, “Hurts Like Hell,” show his crossover potential. Carpenter’s massive 2025 success, including breaking Shania Twain’s 25-year UK chart record with Short n’ Sweet’s 42 weeks in the Top 5, makes her a prime candidate for a high-profile feature. A fan on X suggested, “Imagine a Sabrina /Cardi collab,” proposing Cardi could invite Carpenter to join her on Am I the Drama? to flip the narrative.

However, Carpenter has not publicly responded to Offset’s comments, and her focus remains on her Short n’ Sweet tour, resuming July 5–6 at Hyde Park, and her upcoming album. Her team’s silence, coupled with her single status post-Keoghan, suggests she’s keeping the focus on her music rather than engaging with Offset’s revelation.

Cardi’s Resilience and Offset’s Next Move

Cardi B’s response to the drama has been to double down on her career. Her July 9 X posts urging fans to “get off the internet” and her Paris Fashion Week appearance show her prioritizing her album rollout and public image. Offset, meanwhile, is promoting his new single “Bodies” with JID, released on June 20, and preparing for ComplexCon in October 2025. His Carpenter crush, whether a genuine confession or a publicity stunt, has kept him in the headlines, but it’s also reignited criticism of his personal conduct.

The interplay between Offset’s revelation, Cardi’s relationship with Diggs, and their ongoing divorce creates a complex narrative of love, betrayal, and ambition. As Cardi told People in 2024, “Dating is new to me. It took a long time for me to open up to somebody… I went through a lot of f—ing trauma.” Her resilience, paired with Offset’s knack for stirring drama, ensures this story will continue to captivate fans. Whether Offset’s crush on Carpenter leads to a musical collaboration or remains a viral moment, it’s clear that both rappers are navigating their post-split lives with bold moves and unapologetic flair.