On Sunday, Nicki Minaj posted a heartfelt tribute to Eve on X (formerly Twitter) after the legendary rapper openly discussed their relationship in her new memoir, Who's That Girl. Eve shared that she developed a deep respect for Minaj during their work together on Barbershop: The Next Cut. Minaj responded to Eve’s insights from the memoir, calling them "groundbreaking." She expressed that the vulnerability and openness displayed by Eve reflect true peace, happiness, and self-awareness. Minaj emphasized her belief that accountability is an attractive quality in a person. She reminisced about being a fan of Eve since childhood in New York City and admitted feeling "so nervous" while working with her, thinking that Eve didn't like her. Minaj recalled her apprehension on set, admiring Eve's professionalism, and thanked her for not treating her the way others had treated Eve in the past. She highlighted the unnecessary competition among women, noting that they often share similar experiences and can support each other as artists and individuals. Minaj also mentioned mentioning to a friend that she thought Eve didn't like her after their first day but sensed that Eve knew she truly admired her.
Eve's memoir, Who’s That Girl?, was released in full on September 17th, and she also spoke about these themes in a CNN interview over the weekend. For more details on Minaj and Eve, check out updates on 103.5 The Beat!