Wendy Williams Subtly Shades Nicki Minaj & The Barbz Attacked

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A debate ensued about whether or not Nicki deserves to be called a legend in the rap game.

There's always a little shade served on the side of a compliment from Wendy Williams, and the talk show host stayed true to her brand on the most recent episode of her talk show. The Wendy Williams show is back in action with a sparse, social distancing audience, and during her Hot Topics segment, Wendy acknowledged pop culture moments involving both Cardi B and Nicki Minaj.

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Wendy spoke about Cardi's recent interview where the New York rapper responded to critics who call her a flop because she's not releasing music more frequently. While Cardi's "WAP" featuring Megan Thee Stallion did climb to the No. 1 spot on the charts, Wendy Williams suggested that Cardi needs more time to solidify her legendary status in the rap game. 

As she moved on to Nicki Minaj, Wendy congratulated Nicki for giving birth before immediately mentioning that "she, too, is not a legend." Wendy added, "Not the way we think of status and I feel bad for these girls, but you know, Salt-N-Pepa, they paid their dues and they did their thing." Wendy has often had a few shady remarks for Nicki, most recently about the Queen rapper marrying Kenneth Petty. Of course, the Barbz didn't sit by quietly and united online to send a few thoughts Wendy's way. Check out the Hot Topics clip along with a few responses below and let us know if Nicki has earned a spot on at the Rap Legends table.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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