Nicki Minaj
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty
Date of Birth: December 8, 1982
Place of Birth: Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Height: 157 cm (5′2″)
Weight: ~60–65 kg (public estimates)
Religion: Christian (raised)
Nationality: Trinidadian-American (U.S. naturalized)
Ancestry: Afro-Trinidadian (maternal), Indo-Trinidadian (paternal)
Languages: English (native); Trinidadian Creole (familiar); Spanish phrases (basic)
Marital Status: Married to Kenneth Petty (since 2019)
Children: 1 son (2020; publicly nicknamed “Papa Bear”)
Occupation: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Actress, Entrepreneur
Education: LaGuardia High School (NYC) – drama; Elizabeth Blackwell MS 210
Net Worth: $150M–$200M (public estimates, unverified)
Total Social Followers: IG 200M+ • X 25M+ • YouTube 25M+ subs
Businesses: Pink Friday Records; Queen Radio; MYX Fusions (beverages); fashion & fragrance lines
Current Residence: Los Angeles area; ties to Queens, New York
Number of Houses: Multiple (California; East Coast)
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Born in Trinidad & Tobago; moved to Queens, New York, during childhood.
- Studied drama at LaGuardia High School; early passion for performing arts.
- Worked various jobs before music—honed alter egos and theatrical delivery.
- Uploaded mixtapes and freestyles that showcased animated flows and characters.
- Breakthrough came via the Beam Me Up Scotty mixtape (2009) and Young Money co-sign.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 2009: Mixtape Beam Me Up Scotty expands buzz; signs with Young Money.
- 2010: Debut album Pink Friday (US #1) with hits like “Super Bass.”
- 2012: Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded; pop-rap crossover dominance.
- 2014: The Pinkprint (“Anaconda,” “Only,” “Truffle Butter”).
- 2018: Queen (“Chun-Li”); Queen Radio launches.
- 2020: First Hot 100 #1s: “Say So” (remix) with Doja Cat; “Trollz” with 6ix9ine.
- 2022: Solo #1 debut “Super Freaky Girl.”
- 2023: Pink Friday 2 (includes “Red Ruby da Sleaze,” “Barbie World” era momentum).
- 2024: Pink Friday 2 World Tour—arena grosses and multiple sellouts.
- Records: Among the most Hot 100 entries for a female rapper; multiple #1 debuts and streaming milestones.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Multiple MTV Video Music Awards, BET Awards, and AMAs.
- Billboard Women in Music honoree; numerous Billboard Music Award wins/nominations.
- Over ten Grammy nominations (as of 2025).
- Holds chart and streaming records for female rap across the 2010s–2020s.
- Extensive global touring with arena-level production.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Her stage personas (e.g., Roman Zolanski) helped define her theatrical rap style.
- Co-owns MYX Fusions Moscato and has multiple bestselling fragrances.
- “Super Bass” became a signature global smash early in her career.
- Served as an American Idol judge (Season 12).
- Frequently blends rap with pop hooks, paving mainstream paths for female rap.
- Known for vibrant wigs, couture looks, and memeable bars.
- Launched Pink Friday Records to back new artists.
- Queen Radio became a fan destination for announcements and commentary.
- Has collaborated with superstars across genres—from Beyoncé to Ariana Grande.
- First solo female rapper to debut at #1 this decade with “Super Freaky Girl.”
- Nicknamed “Harajuku Barbie” in early career eras.
- References Trinidad & Queens roots throughout lyrics and visuals.
- Her animated delivery and alter egos influenced a generation of artists.
- “Barbie World” with Ice Spice amplified the 2023 Barbie cultural wave.
- Her fanbase, the “Barbz,” is one of the most mobilized in pop/rap.
- Set multiple streaming-day records with surprise drops and remixes.
- Has appeared in films like The Other Woman and voice roles in animation.
- Fashion partnerships include high-profile collaborations and capsule collections.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When and where was Nicki Minaj born?
December 8, 1982, in Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
Is Nicki Minaj married and does she have children?
Married to Kenneth Petty since 2019; one son (2020), publicly nicknamed “Papa Bear.”
How tall is Nicki Minaj and what is her approximate weight?
About 157 cm (5′2″) and ~60–65 kg (public estimates).
What is Nicki Minaj’s estimated net worth in 2025?
$150M–$200M (public, unverified estimates).
Which albums are key to her discography?
Pink Friday (2010), Roman Reloaded (2012), The Pinkprint (2014), Queen (2018), Pink Friday 2 (2023).
What are her #1 Hot 100 achievements?
“Say So” (remix) and “Trollz” (2020); solo #1 debut “Super Freaky Girl” (2022).
What labels and ventures is she associated with?
Young Money/Cash Money (career start); Pink Friday Records; Queen Radio; MYX Fusions; fragrances and fashion collabs.
Has Nicki Minaj won Grammys?
She has numerous Grammy nominations; major wins have come from VMAs, BET, AMAs, and Billboard awards.
What’s distinctive about her rap style and persona?
Animated flows, alter egos, rapid switches between rap/pop, and theatrical delivery.
What is Queen Radio?
Her fan-favorite broadcast where she shares announcements, interviews, and commentary.
Where does she live now?
Primarily in the Los Angeles area, with strong ties to Queens, New York.
Which producers and artists does she frequently collaborate with?
Frequent collabs with Drake, Lil Wayne, Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, and top-tier producers across pop/rap.
What tours has she done recently?
Pink Friday 2 World Tour (2024) with multiple arena sellouts and strong grosses.
What’s the best way to start exploring her catalog today?
Begin with Pink Friday, The Pinkprint, and Pink Friday 2; then singles like “Super Freaky Girl.”
Does she act as well as make music?
Yes—film cameos and voice roles, alongside TV appearances like American Idol.
What is her fanbase called?
The “Barbz.”