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Nicki Minaj Faces Assault Lawsuit from Former Tour Manager

1/4/2025

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Nicki Minaj is embroiled in a lawsuit filed by her former tour manager, Brandon Garrett, who accuses her of assault and causing emotional distress during the Pink Friday 2 tour in Detroit on April 21, 2024. The altercation reportedly erupted over prescription pickups, with Garrett claiming Minaj struck him. Her lawyer vehemently denies the claims, labeling the lawsuit as "false and frivolous."

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Story summary

Nicki Minaj is embroiled in a lawsuit filed by her former tour manager, Brandon Garrett, who accuses her of assault and causing emotional distress during the Pink Friday 2 tour in Detroit on April 21, 2024. The altercation reportedly erupted over prescription pickups, with Garrett claiming Minaj struck him. Her lawyer vehemently denies the claims, labeling the lawsuit as "false and frivolous."