Nicki Minaj - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 08, 1984 |
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| Age | 40 |
| Birthplace | Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Being a global hip-hop superstar, rapper, singer, and actress known for chart-topping hits like 'Super Bass', 'Anaconda', and 'Starships'. |
Intro
Nicki Minaj is a Trinidadian-born rapper, singer, and songwriter known for her dynamic flow, provocative lyrics, bold persona, and colorful visual style. Rising to fame with a series of mixtapes before releasing her breakthrough album 'Pink Friday' in 2010, she has become one of the most influential women in hip-hop, with numerous chart-topping singles, awards, and collaborations across genres.
Early Life & Background
Nicki Minaj, born Onika Tanya Maraj, moved to Queens, New York, at the age of five. She attended LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts. Her early life was marked by her parents' tumultuous relationship and struggles, which influenced her ambition and drive to succeed in music.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Released debut album 'Pink Friday' (2010), which reached No. 1 on the US Billboard 200.
- Hit singles include 'Super Bass', 'Starships', 'Anaconda', and 'Bang Bang' (with Jessie J and Ariana Grande).
- First female solo artist to have seven singles simultaneously charting on the US Billboard Hot 100.
- Multiple winner of American Music Awards, BET Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards.
- Acting credits include roles in films such as 'The Other Woman' (2014), 'Barbershop: The Next Cut' (2016), and voice work in 'Ice Age: Continental Drift' (2012).
- Named one of TIME's 100 most influential people in the world in 2016.
Trivia
- Nicki Minaj is known for her alter egos, such as Roman Zolanski.
- She was discovered by rapper Lil Wayne.[1][3]
- She has set multiple Guinness World Records, including for most hits on the US Hot 100 by a female artist in the 2010s.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Nicki Minaj?
Nicki Minaj is 40 years old.
When was Nicki Minaj born?
Nicki Minaj was born the 8 December 1984.
Where is Nicki Minaj from?
Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 8th, 1984, in brief:
- Historical events: Robert Jay Mathews, the leader of the white supremacist group The Order, was killed in a violent confrontation with FBI agents, marking a significant moment in the suppression of domestic extremist movements in the United States.
- Day of the week: December 8th, 1984 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Full Moon
- #1 US song: Out Of Touch by Daryl Hall & John Oates
- #1 UK song: Do They Know It's Christmas? by Band Aid
- Popular movie: Sahara directed by Breck Eisner
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