Nicki Minaj sued by former manager alleging assault and battery

Nicki Minaj faces allegations from her former manager claiming assault and emotional distress during a Detroit concert

Nicki Minaj is facing a lawsuit from a man who claims to be her former manager, alleging assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. According to TMZ, Brandon Garrett filed the lawsuit on January 3, 2025, accusing the rapper of berating and physically assaulting him backstage at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena in April 2024.

Garrett claims the confrontation arose when Minaj learned he had asked someone else to pick up her prescriptions. According to the lawsuit, Minaj yelled, “Are you f–king crazy having him pick up my prescription? You have lost your f–king mind, and if my husband were here, he would knock out your f–king teeth.” The incident allegedly escalated into physical violence, though specific details about the assault were not disclosed in the report.

Following the altercation, Garrett alleges he suffered emotional and physical harm, leading to the lawsuit. He is seeking damages for the distress he claims to have endured.

Minaj has not yet responded publicly to the allegations, and her legal team has also remained silent. Known for her chart-topping hits like “Starships” and “Super Bass,” Minaj has been a central figure in the music industry. This lawsuit comes as she prepares for several major projects in 2025, making the allegations a potentially significant challenge to her public image.

As the case develops, the high-profile nature of the dispute is expected to draw considerable attention, with fans and industry insiders watching closely for further details.