Nicki Minaj

Born: 1982-12-08

Onika Tanya Maraj (born December 8, 1982) is a Trinidadian-born American rapper, singer and songwriter, as well as an actress and voice actress. Known professionally as Nicki Minaj, she is hailed as the most famous female rapper in the planet, notably acclaimed for her versatility as an artist, her sharp lyrics and animated flow in her rapping, including alter egos and hyper accents. As a small child, Minaj lived with her grandmother in Saint James, Trinidad and Tobego until moving to New York City to live with her parents when she was five years old. Her father, Robert Maraj, a financial executive and part-time gospel singer, is of Indo-Trinidadian and Afro-Trinidadian descent, while her mother, Carol Maraj, also a gospel singer, is of Afro-Trinidadian ancestry. Minaj graduated from the LaGuardia High School in Manhattan, which focuses on visual and performing arts with the intention to become an actress, and in 2001 was cast in the Off-Broadway play 'In Case You Forget'. Nicki Minaj earned public attention after releasing three mixtapes between 2007 and 2009, signing to Young Money Entertainment and outshining other artists in her infamous features all before the release of her first studio album 'Pink Friday' in 2010, which skyrocketed her into a global and cultural icon, her influence, popularity and acclaim only growing to cement her as an icon of over the course of the decade. She is the most followed rapper of all time on the social media platform, Instagram. Nicki Minaj made her film debut in a voice acting role for the 2012 animated film 'Ice Age: Continental Drift', followed by supporting roles in 'The Other Woman' (2014) and a voice acting role in 'Angry Birds Movie 2' (2019). She has appeared as self-archive footage in multiple films and documentaries, and stated in early 2022 her intention to return her focus to acting with her biggest role to date.


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as Steffie (voice)
Released: 2012-06-27

Manny, Diego, and Sid embark upon another adventure after their continent is set adrift. Using...

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The Angry Birds Movie 2

as Pinky (voice)
Released: 2019-08-02

Red, Chuck, Bomb and the rest of their feathered friends are surprised when a green pig suggests...

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The Other Woman

as Lydia
Released: 2014-04-16

After discovering her boyfriend is married, Carly soon meets the wife he's been cheating on. And...

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Barbershop: The Next Cut

as Draya
Released: 2016-04-15

To survive harsh economic times, Calvin and Angie have merged the barbershop and beauty salon...

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Feels Good Man

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2020-09-04

When indie comic character Pepe the Frog becomes an unwitting icon of hate, his creator, artist...

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Justin Bieber's Believe

as Self
Released: 2013-12-19

A backstage and on-stage look at Justin Bieber during his rise to super stardom.

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Madonna: MDNA World Tour

as Self - Vocals
Released: 2013-06-22

The MDNA Tour was the ninth concert tour by Madonna. Madonna had embarked on The MDNA Tour for...

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Matangi / Maya / M.I.A.

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2018-09-21

Drawn from a never before seen cache of personal footage spanning decades, this is an intimate...

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Madonna: Rebel Heart Tour

as Self - Vocals
Released: 2016-12-09

Concert special featuring the iconic superstar as she performs in packed arenas around the...

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On the Run Tour: Beyoncé and Jay-Z

as Self - Performer
Released: 2014-09-20

Beyoncé and Jay Z perform live in Paris at Stade de France during their 2014 "On the Run Tour."

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Britney Spears Live The Femme Fatale Tour

as Self
Released: 2011-11-12

Sexy. Slammin'. Outrageous. Hurl all the adjectives you want, but one word says it all: Britney....

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Double Dutchess: Seeing Double

as uncredited
Released: 2017-09-20

A high-art, high-fashion showcase of a star's many personas-and a vivid reminder that our art,...

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My Mic Sounds Nice: A Truth About Women and Hip Hop

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2010-08-30

Ava DuVernay focuses on the history of female MCs in the hip hop industry in this short...

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Nicki Minaj: Pink Planet

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2013-01-01

An in-depth look at the personal life of rapper and singer Nicki Minaj, whose fast-paced rap...

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New World Order: Communism by the Backdoor

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2014-05-07

A step-by-step illustration of how institutions including the United Nations and secret...

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Charli XCX: The F-Word and Me

as Self (archive footage)
Released: 2015-11-24

While touring to promote her second studio album "Sucker", Charli XCX tackles what feminism...

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Nicki Minaj: My Time Again

as Self
Released: 2015-01-18

Nicki Minaj: My Time AGAIN" showcases the superstar at her most raw and uninhibited as she...

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The Carter

as uncredited
Released: 2009-01-15

An in-depth look at the artist Dwayne "Lil Wayne" Carter Jr, proclaimed by many as the "greatest...

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Dave Skylark's Very Special VMA Special

as Nicki Minaj
Released: 2014-08-17

In celebration of the 2014 Video Music Awards MTV tasked Entertainment tabloid TV host, Dave...

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Nicki Minaj: The Pinkprint Tour

as Nicki Minaj
Released: 2016-12-31

The BET-exclusive concert special was shot during Nicki's stop at Barclay's Center in Brooklyn,...

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Nicki Minaj: Queen of Rap

as Self (archive footage)
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Nicki Minaj has indelibly changed the game for hip-hop artists over the past decade, showing a...

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Nicki Minaj: My Time Now

as Herself
Released: 2010-11-28

Nicki Minaj: My Time Now, grants exclusive access to the professional and personal life of...

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Nicki Minaj - Road To Success

as uncredited
Released: 2018-01-01

Before the billboard hits, Nicki Minaj was on her grind like many up and coming artists. Hood...

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The Come Up: The Strip Club Edition

as Herself
Released: 2007-10-11

Follow Nicky Minaj's entry into the Hip-Hop scene with her debut mixtape "Playtime Is Over".

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Playtime Is Over

as Self
Released: 2011-10-31

How did the disagreement get to this point? So together we will tell the story of Lil' Kim &...

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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

as Self
First aired: 2014-02-17

After Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent...

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Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen

as Self - Guest
First aired: 2009-07-16

Bravo network executive Andy Cohen discusses pop culture topics with celebrities and reality...

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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

as Self
First aired: 2015-09-08

Stephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,...

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The Graham Norton Show

as Self
First aired: 2007-02-22

Each week celebrity guests join Irish comedian Graham Norton to discuss what's being going on...

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Steven Universe

as Sugilite (voice)
First aired: 2013-11-04

A young boy takes his mother's place in a group of gemstone-based beings, and must learn to...

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Saturday Night Live

as Self - Musical Guest
First aired: 1975-10-11

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...

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Saturday Night Live

as uncredited
First aired: 1975-10-11

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...

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RuPaul's Drag Race

as Self - Guest Judge
First aired: 2009-02-02

Join RuPaul, the world's most famous drag queen, as the host, mentor and judge for the ultimate...

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MTV Video Music Awards

as Self - Performer
First aired: 1984-09-14

An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.

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MTV Video Music Awards

as Self - Host
First aired: 1984-09-14

An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.

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MTV Video Music Awards

as Self
First aired: 1984-09-14

An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.

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American Idol

as Self - Judge
First aired: 2002-06-11

Each year, hopeful singers from all over the country audition to be part of one of the biggest...

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Keeping Up with the Kardashians

as Self
First aired: 2007-10-14

A peek inside the exploits and privileged private lives of the blended Kardashian-Jenner family,...

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America's Next Top Model

as Guest
First aired: 2003-05-20

Aspiring models compete for a chance to break into the business with a panel of judges...

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RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked

as Self - Guest
First aired: 2010-02-01

The access-all-areas pass to the drama that you didn't see on the runway—the backstage...

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MTV Movie & TV Awards

as Self / Presenter
First aired: 1992-06-10

The annual film & TV awards show presented by MTV. The nominees are decided by producers and...

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The Ellen DeGeneres Show

as Self
First aired: 2003-09-08

The Ellen DeGeneres Show, often shortened to just Ellen, is an American television talk show...

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The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

as Herself
First aired: 1992-05-25

Jay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world.

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Radio Disney Music Awards

as Self
First aired: 2013-04-27

The Radio Disney Music Awards were an annual awards show operated and governed by Radio Disney,...

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History 101

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 2020-05-22

Infographics and archival footage deliver bite-size history lessons on scientific breakthroughs,...

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MTV Europe Music Awards

as Self - Performer
First aired: 1994-11-24

The MTV Europe Music Awards "(EMA)" were established in 1994 by MTV Networks Europe to celebrate...

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MTV Europe Music Awards

as Self - Host
First aired: 1994-11-24

The MTV Europe Music Awards "(EMA)" were established in 1994 by MTV Networks Europe to celebrate...

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73 Questions

as Self
First aired: 2014-03-12

Filmed in a single shot, some of our favorite personalities answer 73 questions on what they...

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American Music Awards

as Self - Musical Guest
First aired: 1974-02-19

An annual American music awards show. Unlike the Grammys, which are awarded on the basis of...

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Entertainment Tonight

as Self
First aired: 1981-09-15

Daily tabloid television news show on entertainment and celebrity news with unprecedented access...

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Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

as Self
First aired: 1995-02-10

Merging fashion, fantasy and entertainment, this lingerie runway show includes pink carpet...

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Nicki Minaj: My Truth

as uncredited
First aired: 2012-11-04

Platinum selling rap artist Nicki Minaj makes headlines wherever she goes, for her music, her...

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