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Judge Approves Sale of Nicki Minaj's Mansion Over Assault Judgment

11/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A Los Angeles judge is poised to approve the sale of Nicki Minaj's Hidden Hills mansion to satisfy a $503,318 judgment owed to former security guard Thomas Weidenmuller.
The judgment stems from a 2019 incident in which Minaj's husband Kenneth Petty allegedly assaulted Weidenmuller in Frankfurt, Germany.
The only remaining requirement is a Bank of America mortgage statement.
A follow-up hearing is set for January 22, 2026.

History

Historical Context

In 2019, Kenneth Petty was involved in a legal case in Frankfurt, Germany, where he allegedly assaulted Thomas Weidenmuller, resulting in a $503,318 judgment. This incident reflects ongoing scrutiny of celebrity behavior and legal accountability, particularly for figures like Nicki Minaj, whose impending sale of her Hidden Hills mansion may illustrate the financial repercussions of such legal actions.

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Story summary

A Los Angeles judge is poised to approve the sale of Nicki Minaj's Hidden Hills mansion to satisfy a $503,318 judgment owed to former security guard Thomas Weidenmuller.
The judgment stems from a 2019 incident in which Minaj's husband Kenneth Petty allegedly assaulted Weidenmuller in Frankfurt, Germany.
The only remaining requirement is a Bank of America mortgage statement.
A follow-up hearing is set for January 22, 2026.

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