Nicki Minaj Accuses Italian Designer Of Racism And Disrespect In Social Media Rant

Nicki Minaj went on a long rant against an Italian designer across her social media platforms on February 3 in reaction to what she saw as “racism and disrespect.” According to Nicki, Giuseppe Zanotti — he of “monster Giuseppe heels” fame — is using Minaj’s name to sell sneakers but refuses to work with her on a collection.

“This is wonderful. Giuseppe Zanotti seems to think it’s ok to name his sneakers after me but his PR says they won’t take our call. Lol. I met Giuseppe Zanotti years ago. At which time, he told me I inspired him to design a sneaker in my honor. Wore them on the cover of Cosmo. Recently ,when he gave other artists capsule collections, my agency reached out and was told they’re not taking our call. Just go on Google, you’ll see all the different pairs he’s named after me. Lil’ black girl can inspire you but ain’t worth a collection, my nig? #RunMeMyCHECK #GiuseppeWhatsGood I got time today. Barbz trend this cuz he gon’ learn today. The racism & disrespect won’t be tolerated. Don’t care about the money. It’s just the disrespect. You’re not taking MY call? Lol. Give some money to charity in my name or something. You know what I gotta go. My phone ringing. Tell Floyd, Fif & Mike Tyson to book me for the next fight. Me and Giuseppe. After CB & Draco.”

Nicki then posted pictures of the sneakers that were inspired by her before saying she’s giving the designer 24 hours to respond.

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She then posted a video of herself throwing punches in American flag boxing gloves.

Nicki added that she’s stirring up all this internet hate for a good cause, offering to match any money that Giuseppe gave her with a donation to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

It’s not the first time that Giuseppe shoes have come up in Nicki Minaj-related internet drama. Nicki’s most-recent ex Meek Mill posted a photo of a pair of Giuseppe shoes that Nicki wore in a photo shoot before calling the shoes “wack.”