Nicki Minaj Joins Trump's Million Dollar Pitch Competition As Judge: Here's Everything You Need To Know

Nicki Minaj is trading the stage for the judge’s panel. The rap superstar has officially signed on as a judge for the Small Business Administration’s Million Dollar Pitch Competition, a live event taking place on Sept. 18 in Washington, D.C. Five finalists will pitch their businesses for a share of a $1 million prize pool, with the top spot earning $400,000 and fifth place taking home a still-solid $75,000.

Minaj isn’t judging solo. She’s joined by private equity fund manager Grant Cardone and Airbnb cofounder Joe Gebbia. Actor Dean Cain will host the event, which is being styled after shows like“Shark Tank”and“The Apprentice.”The rapper shared her excitement on X, calling the opportunity a“MAJOR KEY”and saying she’s looking forward to being part of the Trump administration’s initiative to support small businesses. This comes after a year of Minaj growing closer to the former president.

The mix of celebrity culture, politics, and small business money makes this competition feel bigger than just a pitch event. Whether you’re a Nicki fan, a Trump supporter, or just someone who loves watching entrepreneurs go for it, this finale is shaping up to be must-watch TV. So what do you think, would you pitch your business on a national stage for a shot at $400,000? Drop your thoughts below.