From Viral Sensation to Scrubs: Bhad Bhabie Announces She’s Pursuing a Nursing License While Still Making Music
In a surprising turn of events that has captivated fans across social media, Bhad Bhabie — the rapper who first shot to fame as a teenager on Dr. Phil — has revealed that she is trading the recording studio for the medical field, at least in part. The 23-year-old artist, whose real name is Danielle Bregoli, took to X on Sunday, October 11, to share a series of mirror selfies that showed her wearing black scrubs, and the accompanying caption left little room for speculation about her latest professional ambition.
“They said I’m rich and bored,” she wrote alongside the images. “I been working on getting my nursing license. I love the med field.”
The post immediately sparked a wave of reactions from fans and followers, many of whom expressed surprise at the announcement while also offering encouragement for her new path. For an artist who has built her brand on viral moments, sharp-tongued lyrics, and unapologetic confidence, the pivot to health care may seem unexpected — but for Bhabie, it appears to be a deeply personal and genuine endeavor.
Despite shifting some of her focus to nursing, Bhabie has not left the music world behind entirely. According to recent updates, she has continued to release new material, including her latest single, “What U Like.” This dual commitment to both music and medicine paints a picture of a young woman who is determined to evolve beyond the public persona that made her famous more than seven years ago.
Bhabie’s journey to stardom is one that has been documented extensively in the media, but it remains as fascinating as ever. In 2016, at just 13 years old, she appeared on Dr. Phil alongside her mother, Barbara Bregoli, who sought professional help in addressing what were described at the time as severe behavioral issues. The appearance could have been a fleeting, forgettable television moment, but it turned into something far greater when Bhabie delivered a line that would become one of the most recognizable catchphrases of the internet era: “Catch me outside, how ’bout dat?”
That single phrase catapulted her into viral fame, and she was smart enough to capitalize on it. Within a year, Bhabie had signed with Atlantic Records and released her debut single, “These Heaux,” in 2017. The track made history when it debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making her the youngest female rapper to ever achieve that feat at the age of 14. Following that success, she continued to build her discography with tracks like “Hi Bich” and “Gucci Flip Flops,” both of which solidified her place as a pop culture fixture.
Beyond music, Bhabie also became one of the most successful creators on OnlyFans, reportedly earning millions through the subscription-based platform. Her business acumen has often been noted by fans and critics alike, with many praising her ability to monetize her fame in ways that few others have managed.
While her professional life has been marked by achievement and reinvention, her personal life has also been a source of public intrigue. In 2024, Bhabie became the center of a high-profile feud involving Alabama Barker, the daughter of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker. The conflict reportedly began when Bhabie accused Alabama, now 20, of pursuing her partner, Le Vaughn, with whom Bhabie shares her 2-year-old daughter, Kali Love. Alabama quickly denied the allegation, claiming that it was actually Le Vaughn, 27, who had repeatedly reached out to her.
The feud quickly escalated into a full-blown diss track war. Bhabie kicked things off with “Over Cooked,” to which Alabama responded with “Cry Bhabie.” Not one to back down, Bhabie fired back with “Ms. Whitman.” The back-and-forth dominated social media discussions for weeks, with fans taking sides and the drama becoming a major talking point in entertainment circles. Eventually, the feud seemed to fizzle out, but it remained a defining chapter in Bhabie’s recent public narrative.
As if navigating motherhood, music, and public feuds were not enough, Bhabie has also been dealing with a serious health battle. Late in 2024, she revealed that she had been diagnosed with blood cancer, a disclosure that sent shockwaves through her fanbase. In a message posted to Instagram at the time, she addressed rumors about her appearance and weight, saying, “I’m sorry my cancer medication made me loose [sic] weight. Im slowly gaining it back. So stop running w the worst narratives.”
The update was a stark reminder that beneath the headlines and the viral moments, Bhabie is a young woman confronting a life-threatening illness. Her openness about her diagnosis was praised by many, though it also inevitably attracted doubt and cruelty from some corners of the internet.
Then, in February 2026, Bhabie shared another health update, this time via X, writing that she had received “bad news from my doctor yesterday.” The vagueness of the message worried fans, but she followed it up with a message of resilience and faith, adding, “God has the last say so not my cancer💜.” The posts highlighted her determination to remain positive in the face of adversity, and they drew an outpouring of support from fellow celebrities and followers alike.
Tragically, even her cancer battle has not been immune to online vitriol. At one point, rumors circulated suggesting that Bhabie was faking her illness or that the diagnosis was somehow “karma” for her past behavior. Those accusations prompted her mother, Barbara Bregoli, to step in and defend her daughter in an emotional Instagram video in 2024.
“Let me say this, social media has become an app where people think they can come on here and say the most vile things and think it’s funny because they’re hiding behind a screen,” Barbara, 58, said. “That’s the lowest form of anything. Babies don’t ask to get cancer, little children don’t ask to get cancer, the elderly don’t ask to get — nobody asks to get cancer.”
Barbara continued, addressing those who had wished ill upon her daughter, “Don’t come on here with your balls so mighty saying, ‘Oh, yeah, that’s your karma,’ because it just might be yours. Don’t ever say something about someone unless you’ve experienced it. Let me tell you something, play with me every day. Don’t come after my kid. Don’t come after my family.”
Barbara’s impassioned defense underscored the personal toll that public scrutiny can take on a family, especially when health is involved. It also reminded fans that behind the viral catchphrases and chart placements is a real person fighting for her life.
As Bhabie embarks on this new chapter in the medical field, it remains to be seen what the future holds for her music career and her health. But if her past is any indication, she will approach both with the same tenacity that has defined her since she was a teenager on a talk show stage. Whether she ends up caring for patients in a hospital or topping charts from a studio booth, one thing is clear: Bhabie Bhabie is determined to do things her own way — and she’s not about to let anyone tell her otherwise.
