Nicki Minaj is once again being defended by someone who knows her *behind the scenes* — and the love is loud and clear. 💗
Jana Thompkins, Nicki’s former dance captain, recently took to social media to address viral comments and speculation about a moment on tour where she was seen tying Nicki’s shoe on stage. What some outsiders tried to frame as “awkward” or “weird,” Jana made crystal clear was actually a moment rooted in trust, loyalty, and mutual respect.
> “FULL DISCLOSURE — One night on stage, I saw Nicki’s shoe was untied during the show, so I walked up to her, slid down her leg and tied her shoe on stage. She was full of gratitude and kept telling me how no one had ever done that for her before… This was all love.”
According to Jana, that small moment turned into an unspoken system between them. If Nicki’s shoe came untied again, Nicki would walk across the stage — her subtle way of signaling Jana to do what she always did: *have her back.*
Jana emphasized that their relationship was not only professional, but deeply supportive on both sides:
> “She knew I was reliable… I was so heavily compensated on this tour (plus I was dance captain) that honestly, something as small as tying a shoe on stage was me showing I had her back the same way she had mine.”
She also shut down any narrative that tried to paint Nicki as exploitative or dismissive of her team. In fact, Jana made it clear she was paid *very* well and cherished her time touring with the rap icon.
> “We had an amazing relationship. I got AMAZING pay, and every show was amazing. One of my favorite tours of my life. I’ll always love Nicki. 🖤”
For Barbz, this moment is just another reminder of what we’ve always known: Nicki Minaj is not only a global superstar — she’s a boss who *takes care of her people*. Time and time again, those who’ve worked closely with her speak on her generosity, loyalty, and genuine heart.
While the internet loves to twist moments without context, Jana’s words bring the truth back into focus. That wasn’t a degrading moment on stage — it was a symbol of teamwork, trust, and real love within Nicki’s camp.
And as always…
💖The Queen stays protected. 👑💖