Nicki Minaj Pregnant With Her First Child Ahead Of 2022 Essence Festival Performance
Rapper Nicki Minaj Confirms Pregnancy On Social Media
Rapper Nicki Minaj took to her social media accounts on Wednesday to confirm rumors that she is pregnant with her first child. The news comes just weeks before she is set to perform at the 2022 Essence Festival.
Minaj, 37, posted a photo of her baby bump with the caption “#Preggers” on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. The post quickly went viral, with over one million likes on each platform within the first hour.
The news of Minaj’s pregnancy was met with overwhelming support from her fans, who have been following the rapper’s career since the release of her debut album in 2010.
Minaj To Perform At 2022 Essence Festival
Minaj is scheduled to perform at the 2022 Essence Festival in New Orleans, an annual music and culture event that celebrates African American culture. The festival will be held from July 1-3 and will feature performances from other big names including Beyonce, Solange, and Lizzo.
Minaj’s pregnancy will not affect her performance at the festival. The rapper is expected to take the stage on July 2 and deliver a high-energy performance filled with her trademark rhymes and witty punchlines.
Minaj's Baby Daddy: Kenneth Petty
Minaj revealed the identity of her baby’s father, Kenneth Petty, in her announcement post. Petty, who is also from New York City, has known Minaj since they were teens. The couple have been dating since 2018.
The rapper has been vocal about her relationship with Petty in the past, often posting photos of them together on social media. She also showed her support for him on her 2020 album “Queen” with the song “Barbie Dreams”, which features the lyrics “Me and Kenneth, still in love.”
Nicki Minaj Fans Excited For Baby News
Minaj’s fans are thrilled for the couple, who have been together for four years. Many have taken to social media to congratulate the couple on their baby news.
The rapper has yet to comment on the gender of the baby or when the baby is due, but fans are hoping that she will give more details in the coming weeks.
Minaj’s news comes just in time for the 2022 Essence Festival, where she is sure to receive a warm welcome from her fans and peers in the music industry.