Nicki Minaj Attends Failed SpaceX Launch & Praises Elon Musk ‘for Everything That You’re Doing for Humanity’
Nicki Minaj attended a SpaceX launch event in Texas, which was postponed due to technical issues. During her visit, she praised Elon Musk for his contributions to humanity and expressed excitement about the event. The rapper, known for her support of Donald Trump, also shared a video with her fans during the occasion.
- ▪Nicki Minaj was a surprise guest at a SpaceX flight test in Texas on May 21, 2026.
- ▪The launch was postponed due to a faulty hydraulic pin in the spacecraft.
- ▪Minaj praised Elon Musk for his contributions to society during her visit.
- ▪She has openly supported Donald Trump and referred to herself as his 'No. 1 fan.'
- ▪Musk and Trump maintain a good relationship, with Musk previously serving as a senior advisor to Trump.
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