Nicki Minaj posted an interview on X (formerly Twitter) between Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show producer Jesse Collins and Variety on Monday. In this interview, Collins stated that the final decision on the headliner rests with JAY-Z. The choice of Kendrick Lamar over Lil Wayne has sparked debate, especially since the event will take place in New Orleans. Collins remarked, “It’s a decision that Jay makes. He’s chosen the headliner every year since we started, and it’s been fantastic. He always makes the right pick!” Minaj responded with a laughing emoji. Earlier, she had criticized JAY-Z on X for not supporting her longtime collaborator, Lil Wayne. “Denying a young black man the recognition he deserves just because of your ego,” she wrote. “Your animosity towards BIRDMAN, Drake, and me is punishing Lil Wayne?!?!!! LIL WAYNE!!!!!!!!!! THE GOAT?!!!!!!!!!!! Nola, what’s happening?!!!!!! Eminem ensured 50 Cent performed. A white man. It’s sad. No loyalty? Well, people will keep calling you out!!!!!”
Regarding the decision not to feature Lil Wayne, Collins said, “We love Wayne. There are always discussions about who will perform. But I believe we’ll have a great show with Kendrick, and everyone will enjoy it. Kendrick will put in a lot of effort to make the halftime show amazing.” Keep an eye out for more updates on Nicki Minaj on 103.5 The Beat.