Nicki Minaj is currently facing a $5 million lawsuit filed by a former fan, Tameer Peak, who claims to have suffered reputational harm, emotional distress, and financial loss due to alleged mistreatment and cyberbullying by the rapper. Filed in the Los Angeles Superior Court, the lawsuit has drawn significant attention due to the accusations made by Peak, who has been a fan of Nicki for over 15 years.
Alleged Harassment and Humiliation
Peak’s lawsuit outlines a series of incidents dating back to 2017, when Minaj allegedly accused him and other fans of trying to sabotage her career. He claims that during this time, Minaj referred to him as a “paid mole” and humiliated him on Instagram Live in front of a large audience. The harassment reportedly escalated when Minaj allegedly invited him to her hotel, solely to embarrass him publicly.
Additionally, Peak alleges that in 2020, he was physically assaulted by Minaj’s husband, Kenneth Petty, during a Super Bowl weekend event. The lawsuit also mentions that Minaj alluded to the incident in private Instagram messages, further exacerbating Peak’s distress.
Ongoing Public Smear Campaign
According to Peak, Minaj’s online comments about him became increasingly derogatory over time. In her Stationhead live chats and on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), she allegedly called Peak “one sandwich short of a picnic” and a “stalker.” These comments, Peak argues, have led to continued public humiliation.
Nicki Minaj’s Legal Defense
Nicki Minaj’s legal team has responded to the lawsuit by dismissing the claims as false and frivolous. Attorney Judd Burstein argued that Peak had been harassing Nicki on social media for years, and now, he is attempting to extort money from her through baseless allegations. Burstein further asserted that Peak would eventually regret his actions when he is forced to pay for Minaj’s legal fees.
Previous Legal Victory
This lawsuit follows Minaj’s recent legal victory against Marley “Nosey Heaux” Green, a blogger who falsely accused Minaj of drug use. The settlement included Green’s admission that her claims were untrue, and Minaj secured damages for the harm caused.
As the case unfolds, the outcome will likely affect Minaj’s public image and further legal proceedings.
