Nicki Minaj delivered an Easter greeting to her fans via an AI-generated video that quickly drew mixed reactions online.
The clip, which appeared on her X account and was widely shared by fans on April 5, 2026, features a digital version of the rapper addressing viewers directly. In the polished, animated-style video, Minaj offers warm holiday wishes with soft lighting and subtle Easter-themed elements in the background.
The post fits a pattern for Minaj, who has increasingly turned to generative AI tools for fan engagement in recent years. The “Queen of Rap” has previously shared AI-created images and videos tied to holidays and promotional moments, including content posted around Presidents’ Day in February 2026.
However, the Easter video prompted discussion among the Barbz and beyond due to discrepancies between the AI depiction and Minaj’s current real-life appearance. The generated likeness presents her with a noticeably slimmer figure and more idealized proportions, while the 42-year-old artist has embraced a curvier, thicker physique in recent public appearances, performances and social media posts throughout 2025 and into 2026 — a look she has celebrated across multiple eras of her career.
One widely circulated X post captured the prevailing fan commentary, stating: “Nicki Minaj is actively using AI to make videos of someone who looks like her to send a happy Easter message to her fans. We all know she’s currently not SKINNY.”
Reactions were split. Some fans praised the gesture as a fun, low-effort way to connect with her audience during the holiday, while others expressed disappointment, requesting an authentic video from Minaj instead. The conversation also touched on broader limitations of current AI video technology, which frequently defaults to standardized beauty ideals unless specifically prompted otherwise.
Minaj has not publicly commented on the specific video or the ensuing discussion as of Monday morning.
