| Age/Date of Birth: | December 08, 1982 |
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| Height: | In feet: 5 ft 2 in In Centimeters: 157 cm |
| Ethnicity/Race: | Multiracial (African and Asian Indian) |
| Nationality: | Trinidadian |
| Husband or Boyfriend: | Kenneth "Zoo" Petty (m. October 2019) |
| Parents: | Father: Robert Maraj Mother: Carol Maraj |
| Net Worth: | $85 million |
The question of how much Nicki Minaj is worth is undoubtedly among the common questions asked by many people today. Fans are curious to know more about the female MC’s ongoings. However, just like other artists, finding the right answer isn’t always easy, but we’ve got you covered, Nicki Minaj’s current net worth as of 2020 is $85 Million. Here are some of the other lesser-known facts about her.
Her Early Life
Nicki was born Onika Tanya Maraj, on December 8, 1982, in Saint James in Trinidad and Tobago. It’s easy to guess her age with the 1982 birth date. Besides being an accomplished rap artist, Minaj is also an actress, singer, and songwriter.
Her childhood life wasn’t easy and as rosy as her current life considering she was born of a father who was a drug addict, aggressive and abusive. As a result, Nicki moved in with her grandmother. At the age of 5, Nicki and her mom relocated to Queens in New York.
She attended La Guardia High School which is famed for producing great artists and actresses. In school, Nicki took up fictitious roles in plays that depicted her hard, cruel and abusive past. Nicki’s passion for music surfaced at the age of 12 when she wrote her first rap piece. After graduation, Nicki was focused on becoming an actress but her acting career never took off. She then took up jobs as a waitress, administrative assistant and as a customer service representative.
| Profile Summary | |
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| First Name: | Onika |
| Last Name: | Maraj-Petty |
| Also Known As: | Nicki Minaj, Nicki Lewinski, The Harajuku Barbie, Nicki The Ninja, Nicki The Harajuku Barbie |
| Sex/Gender: | Female |
| Profession: | Rapper, singer, songwriter, actress, and mode |
| Famous For: | Being one of the most influential female rappers of all time. |
| Colleges/Universities Attended: | Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts |
| Educational Qualifications: | Not Available |
| Religion: | Not available |
| Birthday & Zodiac | |
| Age/Date of Birth: | December 08, 1982 |
| Zodiac Sign: | Sagittarius |
| Birth Place: | Saint James |
| Nationality: | Trinidadian |
| Ethnicity/Race: | Multiracial (African and Asian Indian) |
| Country of Residence: | United States of America |
| Physical Attributes | |
| Height: | In feet: 5 ft 2 in In Centimeters: 157 cm |
| Weight: | In kilogram: 64 kg In Pounds: 141lbs |
| Eye Colour: | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color: | Naturally black |
| Other Body Measurements: | Bust: 40 inches, Waist: -28 inches, Hips: -45 inches |
| Relationships | |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Spouse/Partner: | Kenneth "Zoo" Petty (m. October 2019) |
| Family and Relatives | |
| Father: | Robert Maraj |
| Mother: | Carol Maraj |
| Children: | None |
| Siblings: | Brandon Lamar (Late brother), Micaiah Maraj (Brother), Jelani Maraj (Brother), Ming Maraj (Sister) |
| Other Relatives: | Not available |
| Net Worth | |
| Estimated Net Worth: | $85 million |
| Salary: | Not available |
| Source of Wealth: | Music production, acting, endorsement deals. serving as judge on American Idol, perfume line, and investment in Jay-Z's Tidal music streaming service, |
Music Success
Nicki began her music career as part of a Brooklyn rap group called, Full Force. The group composed the entrance song for WWE Diva, Victoria. In 2004, Nicki left the rap group and began sending copies of her own songs to prominent rappers and producers in the music industry. In 2007, she was signed by Fendi to Brooklyn label Dirty Money Entertainment. With the label, she released her first mixtape “Playtime Is Over” in June 2007.
Her second mixtape Sucka Free released in 2008 earned her an Underground Music Award for the Best Female Artist of the Year. Her third and most successful mixtape “Beam Me Up Scotty” (2009) received coverage from BET and MTV and had tracks which featured on the Billboard charts.
Nicki’s breakthrough came when she was discovered by Lil Wayne, who signed her unto his Young Money Records. In 2010, she released her debut album “Pink Friday” with the label. The album debuted on #2 on the Billboard and sold over 4 million copies worldwide. Its official release was preceded by singles “Your Love”, “Check It Out” and “Right Thru Me”. The success of Nicki’s first album earned her a spot on Forbe’s Hip Hop Cash King’s list 2011, making her the first woman to be featured on the list.
Nicki’s second album “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded” was released in April 2012. The album debuted atop the Billboard charts and was certified platinum by the RIAA. It produced successful singles like “Starships”, “Beez in the Trap” and “Right by My Side”. Nicki released her third studio album “The Pinkprint” in December 2014. It produced singles “Pills n Potions” and “Anaconda”, the latter debuted at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100. In total, Nicki has sold over 30 million digital singles and over 3.5 million albums in the US as of September 2015.
Nicki Minaj’s Acting Career, Endorsements, and Products
Nicki got her debut acting role in the animated movie Ice Age: Continental Drift (2012). She also featured in supporting roles in The Other Woman (2014) and Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016). Apart from movies, Nicki has made appearances in a number of TV shows. In 2013, her popularity earned her a spot as one of the judges on the 12th season of American Idol.
Minaj has endorsed a plethora of brands which include MAC cosmetics, Pepsi, OPI Products, Roberto Cavalli, and Adidas. She has also collaborated with brands for her own products; including a line of sneakers called Pink Pill with Beats Electronics. Nicki launched her first fragrance line Pink Friday in September 2012. The success of the line was followed by Minajesty in 2013 and Onika in 2014. She is also a part owner of streaming service, Tidal.
Nicki has received many awards and nominations for her musical works. They include 10 Grammy nominations, 11 BET Awards, 6 AMA awards, and 4 Billboard Music Awards.
A Breakdown of Nicki Minaj’s Net Worth & Salary
Nicki Minaj’s current net worth is estimated at $85 Million in 2020. Here is her earnings from her beginning years of music and stardom to show how she accumulated such wealth:
May 2010 to May 2011 – $6.5 million
May 2011 to May 2012 – $15.5 million
June 2012 to June 2013 – $29 million
June 2013 to June 2014 – $14 million
June 2014 to June 2015 – $21 million
June 2015 to June 2016 – $20 million
June 2016 to June 2017 – $16 million
June 2017 to June 2018 – $10 million
June 2018 to June 2019 – $20 million
Total Earnings Received = $156 million (before taxes)
How Tall is Nicki Minaj and Who is Her Boyfriend?
Nicki Minaj has been rumored to date a few guys over the years, some of which include Drake and Lil Wayne. However, she has been in confirmed relationships with Safaree Samuels from 2002-2014; she dated Meek Mill from 2014-2016, the rapper also dated Nas in 2017.
Nicki Minaj’s height is 5’2” (157 cm) and her current weight is 64 kg (137 lbs). The sexy star’s body has been a constant source of continued speculation. People often wonder whether she has had plastic surgery or not. To address the plastic surgery rumors, the star came out to clear the air and confirm that she had never had any surgery done on her face.
But there is one part of her body that is not up for dispute – her feet. She has been given a 5 out of 5 ranking by the website, wikifeet. Kudos to the star.
Common Questions
How Many Kids Does Nicki Minaj Have?
Nicki Minaj does not have any kids just yet.
How Long were Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill together?
Minaj and rapper Meek Mill started dating in early 2015 and remained an item until January 2017 when the former announced that she had ended their relationship.
How Long Were Nicki Minaj and Safaree together?
Nicki and Safaree Samuels's relationship kicked off in March 2000 and they dated on and off within the period. They even got engaged in 2011 but rather than get married, they decided to part ways in late 2014.
Why Did Nas and Nicki Minaj Break Up?
Nas and Nicki Minaj began dating in May 2017 and while the former lived in Los Angeles, the latter resided in Miami, Florida. As a result of the long distance between them, their relationship reportedly became strained and the couple decided to go their separate ways after being together for over six months.
