Nicki Minaj, I might not have been able to sing "Happy Birthday" to the President. To Donald Trump , but she managed to convey the image of Marilyn Monroe.
The controversial rapper paid tribute to Trump on his 80th birthday, using artificial intelligence to create photos that highlight the bond she shares with the world leader.
However, fans did not like the message, suspecting that Minaj had an ulterior motive.
Nicki Minaj celebrated Donald Trump's birthday with special photos.
Happy 80th birthday, Mr. President! 🎉🎀 pic.twitter.com/kzURw8mNI2
— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) June 15, 2026.
The rapper, known for her hit "Anaconda," posted a series of AI-generated images on the X platform in honor of Trump's special day. The first slide depicts Minaj as Marilyn Monroe performing her iconic song "Happy Birthday" for the late President John F. Kennedy in 1962.
The artist donned a blonde wig reminiscent of the late Marilyn Monroe over a backless white dress, holding onto a smiling president. In another photo, Trump and Minaj looked like close friends in matching black sweatshirts. "Real people recognize real people," she captioned the photo.
The uploaded archive included a photo of Minaj and the president from the "Trump Customer Summit" in Washington, D.C., earlier this year, and the final slide featured Elon Musk and Sydney Sweeney.
The four women were spotted in matching pink outfits, sitting in a luxury car and playfully posing. "Happy 80th birthday, Mr. President," Minaj captioned the post.
Nicki Minaj has been criticized for her "disgusting" tribute to Trump.
Unfortunately, many were not pleased with Minaj's attempts to express her appreciation for Trump, with many calling her desperate for attention.
«"I don't know what's worse: your support for predators or the fact that you had to use AI to take a photo with him," one fan fumed.
Another comment read, "This is the most low-brow, vulgar, disgusting piece of crap I've ever seen in my life," while this user wrote, "God, you're disgusting. You have no decency or dignity left.".
The fourth remark implied that Minaj hoped her support for Trump would help clear her husband of sex offender status. "You must be trying to get someone a pardon. This level of sycophancy deserves scrutiny," it read.
Others suggested the absurdity of the photos hinted at something more sinister between Trump and Minaj. "Does she think she and Donald are dating? All these photos make it look like she's in love with him," one fan remarked.
Why the rapper behind the hit "Barbie Dreams" supports Trump
Amid Hollywood's split over Trump's leadership, Minaj has firmly sided with the Republican leader, citing Governor Gavin Newsom as the reason for her support.
As The Blast reported, the 43-year-old woman admitted in an interview that she had always supported Trump, but was afraid to say so publicly.
«"The music business has been indoctrinated to believe we're supposed to be a democratic family. I just knew they wouldn't like my support for Trump," she admitted.
However, the turning point came when she survived a false SWAT call and appealed to Governor Newsom for help, but he ignored her request.
Finally, help came from Republican Congresswoman Ana Paulina Luna, who pushed Minaj to come clean. "That's what made me say I don't want to hide it anymore," she recalls.
About the expensive gift that Nicki Minaj received from Trump.
Despite the backlash Minaj received for supporting Trump, it's clear the president supports her.
The mutual respect between the two was evident in February when the "Super Bass" singer revealed a personal gift from the world leader.
According to The Blast, Minaj posted a photo of an autographed Bible she received from Trump on social media, calling it "one of the most meaningful gifts" she has ever received.
This religious book retails for $1,000 and features the president's signature, large and prominently displayed in the center.
The rapper calls herself Trump's number one fan.
Having received Trump's endorsement, Minaj continues to demonstrate her commitment to the MAGA movement, such as when she spoke at the Trump Relations Summit in January.
Declaring her devotion to the entrepreneur-turned-president, Minaj said, "Well, I don't know what to say, but I will say I'm probably this president's number one fan. And that's not going to change.".
The Trinidadian vowed to defend Trump from trolls, The Blast reports, saying the criticism only strengthens her "support for Trump.".
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