Nicki Minaj is being sued by her former manager, Brandon Garrett, for assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. According to Garrett’s lawsuit, the incident occurred after a concert in Detroit in April 2024. He alleges that Minaj became enraged upon learning he had once sent someone else to pick up her prescription. During a heated confrontation, Minaj reportedly struck him on the face with an open hand, causing his hat to fly off, and later hit his wrist, knocking documents from his hand.
The lawsuit details Garrett’s claims of verbal threats, including Minaj allegedly telling him, “You’re a dead man walking,” and threatening his career. Garrett said he locked himself in a restroom out of fear and later found himself stranded in Detroit after Minaj’s team denied him access to the tour bus.
Minaj’s lawyer, Judd Burstein, has called the allegations “completely false and frivolous,” expressing confidence that the case will be resolved in Minaj’s favor. The lawsuit is seeking damages for the alleged physical and emotional harm caused by the incident.
The case has drawn significant attention, with Minaj’s team yet to issue an official statement beyond her attorney’s comments. Fans and industry insiders are awaiting further developments.
