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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 07: (Exclusive Coverage) Nicki Minaj performs onstage during her Pink Friday 2 World Tour - New York at Madison Square Garden on September 07, 2024 in New York City.

Rap superstar Nicki Minaj finds herself at the center of controversy as a former day-to-day manager, Brandon Garrett, has filed a lawsuit alleging physical and verbal assault during her 2024 tour.

In a groundbreaking achievement for hip-hop, Nicki Minaj‘s “Starships” has officially entered the elite Diamond club, certified by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for moving 10 ...