Y’all, social media is buzzing after Nicki Minaj and Dez Bryant went from throwing shade to creating peace. The 2 had a messy fallout final week, dragging one another over Roc Nation, with Nicki even providing Dez $10M to battle her husband, Kenneth Petty amid their heated back-and-forth! However in a shock transfer over the weekend, Dez apologized. Nicki has since reacted, saying she’s all about peace whereas throwing in a lil’ shade along with her response. Right here’s what occurred…
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Dez Bryant Apologizes To Nicki Minaj
On Saturday, August 9, Dez hopped on X with a complete apology for the rapper. In a heartfelt submit, he wrote:
“On some G sh**..@NICKIMINAJ, I actually don’t just like the misunderstanding we had between one another .. I apologize for mentioning your husband’s previous..it’s a disgrace solely adverse issues make headlines between two black individuals who have a lot affect on our neighborhood.”
Dez went even additional, saying he’s simply out right here attempting to be a greater man for his children and the youth that’s watching him. “I pray for less than peace and positivity your approach,” he added.
On some G shit.. @NICKIMINAJ , I actually don’t just like the misunderstanding we had between one another .. I apologize for mentioning your husband’s previous..it’s a disgrace solely adverse issues make headlines between two black individuals who have a lot affect on our neighborhood. I’m at battle…
— Dez Bryant (@DezBryant) August 10, 2025
Right here’s How Nicki Minaj Responded
Nicki wasn’t about to let Dez Bryant’s apology simply sit there, although. The ‘Arduous White’ artist hopped on X (previously Twitter) fast to indicate love proper again. “The Lord will grant you peace, Dez,” she tweeted.
“Nothing makes me respect somebody extra, than a public show of accountability. I settle for your apology I apologize as properly — if I offended you.”
However y’all know the Queen can’t resist a lil’ shade. She playfully added, “For those who nonetheless wanna try this battle, lmk,” referring to Bryant initially eager to battle her husband. “He def obtained them palms. significantly tho, all one of the best,” Nicki concluded.
The Lord will grant you peace, Dez.
Nothing makes me respect somebody extra, than a public show of accountability.I settle for your apology.
I apologize as properly— if I offended you.For those who nonetheless wanna try this battle, lmk. He def obtained them palms😩
🙏🏽 significantly tho, all one of the best https://t.co/xeMaV6GGX4
— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) August 10, 2025
What Led To Nicki And Dez Bryant’s Preliminary Fallout?
It began when Dallas Cowboys proprietor Jerry Jones spilled some tea about Dez’s 2015 contract talks with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, claiming Hov allegedly ghosted him. Dez wasn’t having it and clapped again on X: “JERRY JONES I DON’T THINK ITS SMART TO MENTION MY NAME… WE CAN HAVE STORY TIME.”
Nicki, who’s been vocal about her personal points with Roc Nation over alleged unpaid Tidal funds, jumped in. “Each time you do a ‘Jerry Jones’ or ‘NFL’ story time, I’ll do a ‘story time’ of my very own [about Roc Nation],” she tweeted.
Issues obtained even uglier when Nicki introduced up Dez’s 2012 home violence arrest, saying, “Go beat your mother.” This prompted Dez to fireside again, calling Nicki’s husband a “s*x offender” and accepting her $10M battle problem. He tweeted, “Go get that 10 million in money.. I’ll stomp that n***a out. […] It’s ROC for all times b****.” However with apologies exchanged, it seems like Nicki and Dez are prepared to maneuver on.
Right here’s How Followers Reacted
Within the feedback part of Bryant’s apology tweet, social media had quite a bit to say about his determination to publicly apologize. Peep a few of their feedback under…
@Artbybae wrote, “This was large of u. Though i wouldn’t have stated sh** lol.”
@Leonardbanks718 wrote, “It is a good look, a public battle deserves a public apology. This takes a whole lot of braveness”
@unitythruppl216 wrote, “Actual s*** to apologize in open as an alternative of behind closed doorways.”
@dante71805 wrote, “I’m completely satisfied each of you had been capable of see cross the web BS and transfer on.”
@VicDWilliams wrote, “Nicely stated, 88. Transfer ahead in positivity. Go away BS within the rear view. All you may management is you, bro.”
@ChartsNMRFB wrote, “Nicki Minaj the GENEROUS Queen forgave you so I’ve to forgive additionally”
@stacetheace2022 wrote, “You probably did the best factor right here. Nothing in life is tougher than saying you’re sorry.”
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