Mike Epps has issued an apology to Nicki Minaj and her family. This comes after he made some controversial jokes about the rapper during his recent comedy show in Louisville. The comedian faced significant backlash online for his comments. Epps made headlines when footage from his performance circulated widely on social media. The jokes, which referenced Donald Trump, touched on sensitive topics.

Tour Drama Escalates

During the “We Them Ones Tour” stop in Kentucky, Mike Epps made crude remarks about Nicki Minaj. He reportedly said, “Nicki Minaj out there getting a m train ran on her by Donald Trump and them…she done f around trying jump on Donald Trump’s side trying to get a free card.” according to clips shared online. He also targeted a fan in the audience, saying, “b, you ain’t going nowhere, get back over here.” These comments quickly sparked controversy among fans. Hip-hop fans and Minaj’s supporters voiced their disapproval online.

Fan Reaction to Tour Drama

The comedian addressed a heckler who questioned his material during the show. Epps told the fan to “b shut up.” claiming he was just telling jokes. Fan reactions were divided. Some defended Epps, arguing that comedy allows for pushing boundaries. However, many felt his jokes crossed a line. They saw them as unnecessary attacks on Nicki Minaj.

Furthermore, the controversy grew as more clips of the show spread. The intense backlash ultimately prompted Epps to record an apology video, as reported by AllHipHop, Epps took full responsibility for his words. He stated in the video, “Just want to apologize to you, Nicki Minaj, for saying the stuff that I said.” He also extended his apology to her husband and children.

Context of the Apology

In his apology video, Epps explained his mindset during the performance. “You know, I’m a comedian. Sometime I get on that stage, you know, I have a little drink and I go, ‘Wow.’ You know what I mean? It’s I’m non-filtered.” he said. Epps stressed that he was willing to take accountability for his actions. He noted that this is something “a lot of people don’t know how to” do. The “We Them Ones Tour” has been traveling nationwide. The Louisville show became a focal point due to the controversial jokes and the subsequent apology. Nicki Minaj herself has not publicly responded to the jokes or Epps’s apology

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