Nicki Minaj recently celebrated a major milestone in her relationship with husband Kenneth Petty. On October 21, the iconic Young Money rapper commemorated their fifth wedding anniversary by sharing a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. Nicki posted an intimate series of photos and videos showcasing their most cherished moments, including a sweet clip of Petty holding their son, Papa Bear, as a baby.
In her caption, Nicki wrote: “24 years after we first met. Love at first sight. I’m so proud of you. Thank you for catching me…every single time. Thank you for our little BFF. Dear Ken, Happy 5th Anniversary, Love, Barbie. 10.20.”
The couple’s connection goes back to their teenage years. After losing touch, Nicki and Kenneth reconnected in 2018 following her breakup with Meek Mill. They married in 2019, and by the next year, they welcomed Papa Bear, their first child together.
Kenneth Petty’s Criminal Past and Public Scrutiny
Though Nicki and Petty appear to have a loving family life, Kenneth Petty’s criminal history has generated substantial public interest and controversy. Earlier this year, his sex offender registry photo resurfaced on social media, further highlighting his complex past.
Petty’s mugshot and related details are available on the Megan’s Law website, which publicly lists information about registered sex offenders. His profile confirms his 1995 conviction for attempted rape involving a 16-year-old girl. He served four years in prison for the crime. Additionally, in 2022, Petty was sentenced to three years of probation and one year of house detention after he failed to register as a sex offender in California—a requirement triggered when he and Nicki moved there in 2019.
Ongoing Legal Disputes with Jennifer Hough
In addition to his criminal record, Petty’s legal issues have intensified due to a recent lawsuit from Jennifer Hough, his sexual assault victim. Hough has accused both Nicki Minaj and Petty of harassment, claiming they attempted to intimidate her into retracting her allegations. Hough stated that Minaj and Petty even offered $500,000 as an incentive to recant—an allegation Nicki has strongly denied. Petty also maintains that the incident was consensual, filing a statement that read, “I never raped the Plaintiff…The sexual encounter…was consensual, and Plaintiff was a willing participant.”
Despite the legal battles and criticism, Nicki Minaj continues to stand by her husband, highlighting their bond in her anniversary post. As their family life unfolds in the public eye, Nicki’s dedication to her husband and her family remains a focal point of her personal life.
