AceShowbiz - Nicki Minaj took her Pink Friday 2 World Tour to Birmingham's Resorts World Arena on Sunday, May 26, where she paused to honor the late Princess Diana, sparking a flurry of reactions from fans and social media users. During a brief interaction with the audience, Minaj asked where fans were from and upon hearing "Wales," she launched into a tribute for Diana with a faux British accent.

"Wales - it always reminds me of a dear friend of mine," Minaj announced, referring to Princess Diana, who tragically passed away in 1997. Minaj then urged the crowd to observe a moment of silence for the late princess, placing her hands together and bowing her head, before quickly resuming her performance.

This act of homage prompted mixed reactions on social media, with some fans amused by the rapper's claim of Diana as a "dear friend," considering Minaj was just 14 years old when Diana died.

One user humorously noted, "The way the minute's silence was 3 and a half seconds," while another commented on X, formerly known as Twitter, "Nicki Minaj calling Princess Diana 'a dear friend of mine' and holding a moments silence for her is so unserious."

The tribute moment also highlighted Minaj's admiration for Diana, further exemplified by her 2023 collaboration with Ice Spice on the track "Princess Diana." The song includes lyrics like, "Callin' my phone, but they know I don't answer/ In the hood, I'm like Princess Diana," reflecting Minaj's long-standing appreciation for the iconic royal.

This notable concert event came just a day after Minaj faced legal complications in Amsterdam. On May 25, the rapper was detained at Schiphol Airport on suspicion of possessing marijuana. She live-streamed parts of her interaction with the police on Instagram, asserting her innocence and describing the incident as a setup.

After being fined 350 Euros, Minaj was released and apologized to her fans via social media, expressing regret over the inconvenience caused by her arrest, which forced her to postpone her Manchester concert.

Minaj's legal team is reportedly considering action against the Amsterdam authorities. "I have sooooooooo much video evidence. You wouldn't believe it if I told you," she remarked on social media, indicating potential future legal battles.

Despite the controversies, Minaj continues to connect with her audience through her music and performances, as evidenced by her heartfelt yet puzzling tribute to Princess Diana.