Nicki Minaj Claims SA Comedian Trevor Noah has a Boyfriend, SA Reacts

Nicki Minaj Claims SA Comedian Trevor Noah has a Boyfriend, SA Reacts

  • Multi-award-winning rapper Nicki Minaj shocked the internet on Monday, 2 February 2026, when she revealed Trevor Noah has a boyfriend
  • The rapper made the claims after Noah took jabs at her for supporting Donald Trump
  • South Africans and fans of the comedian took to the comment section to react to the musician's allegations

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SA reacts to Nicki Minaj's claims about Trevor Noah
Nicki Minaj claims SA comedian Trevor Noah is gay. Image: NickiMinaj
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US-based musician and businesswoman Nicki Minaj surprised social media users on Monday, 2 February 2026, when she made claims about Trevor Noah's sexuality on X.

Noah made headlines at the beginning of 2026 when he was announced as host of the Grammy Awards for the sixth time in a row.

The Trinidad rapper also previously trended on social media when she was hit with a cease by Roc Nation after making claims about Jay-Z.

Celebrity blogger Maphepha Ndaba shared screenshots of Nicki Minaj's allegations on their Instagram account on Monday, 2 February 2026.

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Minaj wrote on her X account: "Trevor refuses to come out of the closet when everyone in the industry knows his boyfriend. Allegedly."

The rapper's post comes after Noah made fun of the musician at the Grammys on Monday, 2 February 2026, where he was hosting the prestigious awards for the 6th time.

Noah said at the awards: "Nicki Minaj is not here. She's still at the White House with Donald Trump discussing very important issues."

Social media users react to Minaj's post

Bllklovedaily said:

"She hasn’t been at the Grammys since 2012, but she’s still a topic👏. She’s really a queen."

Buyiswayinkosii reacted:

"Trevor is that famous utjelwa off ngu Nicki😂😂👏👏."

_mphoentlee_ responded:

"When are they taking Nicki to Weskopies?"

Talitaengelhardt reacted:

"Nicki Minaj must also tell what she sacrificed for fame, power, and money."

Mbalentlemasiya said:

"Yoh i loved her, but I'm done with her."

Mmasiba reacted:

"We believe Nicki."

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Badbarbienunu commented:

"Nicki, this Nicki that.. f around and find out… don't come crying."

Zothi_zimbela responded:

"So who is Trevor dating? Bill Gates?"

Godsfavperson1 said:

"It’s not your place to force him to come out."

Fihlaxolelwa replied:

"I am hard, Barb, but Nicki associating herself with Trump is hitting me very hard..... But she ain't wrong for calling out people who sleep with underage girls."

Zondela_Zozi_Nathi replied:

"Nicki is doing black artists so bad. Imagine she's now planning their downfall with whites. What a shame."

Nolonong wrote:

"Nicki needs to stop playing with pills and potions, honestly."

_keketso_p said:

"Lol, she’s trying too hard🤣. Trevor was dating Kelly mos, he clearly dated two women there."

Mel_nene_ commented

"Bo Trevor sucking back to stay relevant…sies."
SA slams Nicki Minaj after claiming Trevor Noah is gay
Nicki Minaj alleges Grammy host Trevor Noah has a boyfriend. Images: PopPulse and Trevor Noah
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Anele Mdoda comments on Trevor Noah hosting the Grammys

In more entertainment news, Briefly News previously reported that radio personality Anele Mdoda commented on her friend, Trevor Noah, bagging this year's Grammy Awards hosting gig.

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PopPulse confirmed that the multi-award-winning emcee and podcaster will host for the last time this year.

The popular South African media personality has been hosting the awards ceremony since 2021.

Proofreading by Kelly Lippke, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.

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Rae Seleme (Entertainment editor) Rae Seleme is a seasoned entertainment writer who kickstarted her writing career on TVSA. She has published articles on Iharare, ZAlebs, The South African before joining Briefly News. Rae obtained her BA Media Studies degree at the University of Limpopo, a copywriting postgraduate diploma from AAA School of Advertising and a PGCE at Unisa. Email: contact@briefly.co.za