Nicki Minaj’s Instagram account has been inactive for more than two months, with the deactivation occurring around October 20, 2025, amid a series of personal and professional frustrations—but widespread claims linking it to a massive follower loss or her public comments on Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez and the Hadley v. Perez lawsuit appear to be misinformation. Viral posts suggesting Minaj lost millions of followers (some exaggerating up to 10 million) due to recent controversies, including her December 2025 appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest, have been debunked, with follower counts showing only normal fluctuations of 3-4 million from November’s 227.5 million to December’s approximately 223.8 million. The Perez connection stems from Minaj’s July 2025 social media rants amplifying allegations in Demoree Hadley’s lawsuit against her mother Desiree Perez—accusing the Roc Nation executive of wrongful institutionalization and abuse of power—but no evidence ties those posts directly to the October deactivation. As Minaj remains active on X (formerly Twitter), fans speculate on a social media break for mental health or album focus, while misinformation continues to swirl in the rap queen’s orbit.

Nicki Minaj, the Grammy-nominated “Queen of Rap” with a career spanning blockbuster albums like Pink Friday and The Pinkprint, has long been a social media powerhouse, boasting over 200 million Instagram followers at her peak. Her @nickiminaj account going dark in late October 2025 sparked initial concern among the Barbz, with Minaj briefly claiming she was “locked out” before confirming a voluntary deactivation. This isn’t her first hiatus—the rapper has taken breaks before, citing everything from industry drama to personal recharge. In 2025 alone, Minaj navigated high-profile feuds, including renewed tension with Megan Thee Stallion and criticisms of Roc Nation’s influence in hip-hop. Her July posts highlighted Demoree Hadley’s lawsuit against Desiree Perez, Roc Nation’s CEO, reposting content alleging Perez orchestrated Hadley’s involuntary commitment under Florida’s Baker Act and interfered in her marriage. Minaj captioned screenshots with calls for “justice,” tying it to broader grievances against the company and Jay-Z. Perez denied the allegations in court filings, and the case (Hadley v. Perez) involves claims of false imprisonment and civil rights violations, but no direct response to Minaj.

The follower loss rumor gained traction in December 2025 after Minaj’s surprise AmericaFest interview with Erika Kirk, where she praised Donald Trump and made a viral “assassin” slip about JD Vance. Blogs and social posts claimed a 10-million-drop backlash prompted the deletion, but data from trackers like SocialBlade shows steady numbers with minor dips common for mega-accounts due to bot purges or inactivity. Minaj’s account was already inactive by then—deactivated in October amid album delays and personal posts about feeling “banned” or restricted. She shifted to X for updates, announcing tour plans and defending her choices. No credible link exists to the Perez drama beyond Minaj’s earlier amplification; the July rants predated the deactivation by months.

Misinformation thrives in Minaj’s fandom ecosystem, where Barbz loyalty fuels rapid spreads but also conspiracy theories. Recent examples include exaggerated AmFest fallout or ties to unrelated lawsuits. Minaj herself has called out “paid moles” and industry sabotage, but sources close to her camp describe the IG break as self-care amid motherhood (son Papa Bear turns 5 in 2025) and prepping new music. Her X activity remains fiery—defending political views, hyping collaborations, and engaging fans—suggesting the deactivation was platform-specific.

As 2025 ends, Minaj’s influence endures: Streams billions strong, tours sold out, and cultural impact undeniable. The Perez lawsuit continues in Florida courts, with Hadley alleging abuse of power (denied by Perez), but Minaj’s involvement stopped at reposts. Follower rumors? Debunked as normal volatility. For accurate updates, follow Minaj on X or verified outlets. In the rap game’s drama carousel, truth often lags behind the hype—but Nicki’s throne remains secure. #NickiMinajInstagram #RocNationDrama #MinajFacts