Nicki Minaj Just Landed A Major Modeling Contract

A singer, songwriter, actress and hip-hop queen, Nicki Minaj is a true multihyphenate, and her most recent move adds yet another creative role to her long list of accomplishments— model. Signing to Wilhelmina’s celebrity division, Minaj is the latest star to add posing in front of the camera to her professional repertoire. 

"I love the synergy between my music and how it inspires my fashion. My message is always celebrating your own style," Minaj shared with Vogue in an email. "I'm thrilled and honored to have signed with Wilhelmina—they get me."

Wilhelmina CEO Bill Wackermann added, "We're thrilled to work alongside Nicki Minaj and her team. She is a style pioneer and icon."

In the past, Minaj has served as the face of brands like Robert Cavalli, and she has also been photographed by boundary-pushing photographers, including Mario Testino, Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin. By joining Wilhelmina, the star will be opening the door for even more major opportunities. 

"Oh yea. That too. Thank you #Vogue for breaking this story," Minaj shared on Instagram Tuesday night. "Honored to be at #Wilhelmina."