While NFL star Stefon Diggs appears to be in a happy and committed relationship with global music icon Cardi B, with whom he recently welcomed a child, his name has been entangled in paternity rumours since October 2025. The controversy involves a woman named K’yanna Barber, who was publicly accused by media personality DJ Akademiks of expecting Diggs's child.
Who is K’yanna Barber? The Woman Linked to Stefon Diggs
K’yanna Barber is a 31-year-old dancer originally from Oakland. She first shot to fame in 2018 when the world-renowned rapper Drake name-dropped her in his chart-topping hit "In My Feelings." The song's iconic opening line, "Kiki, do you love me?" was a direct reference to Barber.
In a 2018 interview with Power 106, Barber confirmed she had spent time with Drake, though she did not clarify if their connection was romantic. She described the surreal moment of hearing her name on the track, recalling, "We were just listening to the album like everybody else… You know, it’s Drake. He drops new music, you listen to it. And then eventually we got to ‘In My Feelings’ and my son was like, ‘Mama, did he just say your name?’"
Despite the sudden fame, Barber chose to step back from the spotlight, opting for a private life focused on raising her young son with her mother's support.
The Accusation: DJ Akademiks Links Barber to Diggs
The connection between Stefon Diggs and K’yanna Barber surfaced publicly in October 2025. Controversial commentator DJ Akademiks took to social media, sharing a picture of Barber showcasing her pregnant belly. In his post, he directly implicated the Buffalo Bills wide receiver, writing, "Stefon Diggs got ‘Kiki do you love me are you riding’ pregnant lmaooo birds of a feather. Pray for Cardi B…"
This accusation came at a sensitive time, as Cardi B was also reportedly nearing the birth of Diggs's child. The claim suggested Diggs was expecting a baby with Barber simultaneously.
Silence from All Parties Involved
In the months following the explosive allegation, a notable silence has prevailed. Neither Stefon Diggs nor Cardi B has publicly addressed or denied the rumours. Similarly, K’yanna Barber has maintained her privacy, offering no comment or confirmation regarding her pregnancy or any link to the NFL star.
The lack of official statements has left the story in the realm of speculation, fueled solely by DJ Akademiks's initial post. As Diggs embraces fatherhood with Cardi B, the unanswered questions about his alleged connection to K’yanna Barber continue to linger in the background of their public narrative.
