Top Men Nicki Minaj Has Dated

Nicki Minaj has been in a few confirmed relationships and a handful of headline-grabbing rumored romances over the years. Below is a straightforward look at the men most often connected with her, including long-term partners, public relationships, and widely reported rumors that drew attention at the time. Dates and key moments are included to give helpful context about how each connection started and where it went.

Meek Mill

Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill went public in early 2015 after appearing together on social media and during performances. They collaborated on tracks around that period and attended high-profile events as a couple. The relationship drew sustained media attention through 2016 and ended in early 2017. Both later addressed the breakup in interviews and lyrics without revisiting the relationship.

Nas

Nicki Minaj and Nas sparked dating headlines in 2017 after being seen together at his birthday celebration in New York. They shared photos on social media and were spotted at several public outings that year. Reports in early 2018 indicated they had split after a brief relationship. Neither has offered extensive detail beyond acknowledging they spent time together.

Safaree Samuels

Nicki Minaj and Safaree Samuels dated for years before her mainstream solo breakthrough. The pair met in their early careers and worked together behind the scenes while she developed as an artist. Their long relationship ended in 2014 after a period of personal and professional overlap. Both later referenced the breakup in interviews and music but moved on to separate projects.

Drake

Nicki Minaj and Drake have been close collaborators since the early Young Money days, which led to recurring dating speculation. They appeared together frequently on stage and in videos, and playful interactions kept rumors active. Both have described their bond as a friendship and creative partnership rather than a confirmed romance. Despite fan theories, neither has stated they formally dated.

Kenneth Petty

Nicki Minaj confirmed her relationship with Kenneth Petty in 2018 after reconnecting with him from their Queens past. The two obtained a marriage license and wed in 2019 with a small ceremony that she later acknowledged publicly. They welcomed their first child in 2020 and have kept much of their family life private. Petty has appeared in her social posts and music-related celebrations as her long-term partner.

Eminem

Dating chatter around Nicki Minaj and Eminem surfaced in 2018 after she joked about the idea on social media. The exchange quickly turned into headlines suggesting they were together. She later treated it as playful banter rather than a real relationship. No verified dating period was established beyond the brief speculation.

Lewis Hamilton

Nicki Minaj and Lewis Hamilton were photographed together in 2018 during trips to New York and Dubai. The outings included shared social posts and public appearances that fueled dating rumors. Neither offered confirmation of a relationship beyond being seen together. The speculation faded after that year without further updates.

Future

Nicki Minaj and Future collaborated musically and toured in overlapping periods, which helped spark rumors of a brief romance. Public appearances and studio time together led fans to connect the dots. Neither artist confirmed a dating timeline. The chatter remained speculative and tied mainly to their creative work.

Quavo

Rumors around Nicki Minaj and Quavo appeared during the promotional run for their collaborative tracks. Studio sessions and event photos prompted questions about a possible connection. Neither party verified a relationship beyond professional ties. The talk remained unconfirmed and eventually quieted as both moved on to other projects.

Lil Wayne

Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne have had a long mentor and protégé partnership under Young Money. Their frequent collaborations and onstage chemistry occasionally sparked dating talk from fans. Both have consistently framed their connection as family-like and professional. There has been no confirmed romantic relationship between them.

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