Fans shared their concern for Nicki Minaj after she shared a troubling video talking about the struggles of motherhood.
In the clip shared on social media Tuesday, the “Anaconda” rapper seemed to be recalling when she gave 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡 to her and husband Kenneth Petty’s son, nicknamed “Papa Bear,” in September 2020.
“And then one day, they’re yelling ‘push’ and you’re in pain,” the 41-year-old drowsily said while wearing a white robe and a pink satin bonnet on her head.
“Then one day, he comes out a beautiful 𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑦 boy. To God be the glory,” she whispered into the camera.
“Congratulations to every mama out there. You’re doing a great job. In case no one’s told you that, you’re doing a great job.”
Additionally, on Monday, Minaj — 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 Onika Tanya Maraj — cryptically tweeted, “Yes Single …,” which sent her fans into a frenzy because they did not know if she was talking about new music or a possible divorce.
While it’s unclear what the “Barbie World” rapper is dealing with, her fans sent her tons of love and support online.
“i just woke up and seen nicki insta story, that made me tear up @NICKIMINAJ i hope you okay sending you love and prayers and hugs,” tweeted one user.
“i honestly hope she’s okay. #WeLoveYouNicki,” added another.
“Ummm that Nicki Minaj video was very worrying and I hope she’s able to get out of whatever situation she’s in safely,” said a third person.
“i’m so worried about nicki i pray she’s doing ok and finds the strength to guide her through whatever it is she’s going through right now. she’ll forever have my support and love,” wrote a fourth fan.
Petty, 46, and Minaj tied the knot in October 2019.
Last November, the “Moment 4 Life” emcee revealed things “got testy” between her and her husband following the 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡 of their 𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑦 boy, which occurred during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
She added, “I kind of wish that someone had told me — although I’m sure I wouldn’t have been able to understand it — that there’s a level of anxiety, and you think it’s going to go away, but in fact it gets scarier.”
In addition to being new parents, Petty has made headlines for a string of legal issues.
And in September 2023, he was placed on house arrest after threatening Offset, the husband of Minaj’s foe Cardi B.
Minaj is currently embarking on the second leg of her “Pink Friday 2” world tour. She has a concert slated for Tuesday night in Copenhagen, Denmark.
