Reality television personality Tiffany Pollard has publicly criticized rapper Nicki Minaj, saying the artist has disappointed members of the LGBTQ+ community due to her recent political statements.

Speaking to TMZ in West Hollywood earlier this week, Pollard — who recently came out as queer and non-binary — said Minaj’s political involvement and rhetoric have alienated some of her longtime LGBTQ+ supporters. Pollard acknowledged that many in the community continue to appreciate Minaj’s music but expressed concern over what she described as a shift in the rapper’s public messaging.

Pollard said she does not believe Minaj should be excluded from the entertainment industry but suggested the artist engage with more progressive voices. She referenced musician Bruce Springsteen, noting his public criticism of former President Donald Trump, as an example of a figure Minaj could learn from.

Minaj has recently praised Trump’s agenda and appeared at a Turning Point USA event, where she drew attention after mistakenly referring to U.S. Senator J.D. Vance as an “assassin,” rather than a politician.

Pollard also spoke about her own experience coming out and shared her views on celebrities speaking openly about politics, emphasizing the impact public figures can have on marginalized communities.

Nicki Minaj has not publicly responded to Pollard’s remarks.

Source: TMZ