Nicki Minaj had to cancel her New Orleans show on Monday due to illness, as announced by the Smoothie King Center's account on X. The decision was made hours before the scheduled performance, with the statement citing doctor's orders and the need to prevent spreading illness to others.
Concert-goers were advised to retain their tickets as efforts are underway to reschedule the show for a later date. The 41-year-old musician had hinted at feeling unwell on Saturday, expressing gratitude for the support of her fans and acknowledging potential changes in her voice.
Despite her health challenges, Minaj managed to perform at the Rolling Loud California festival on Friday, attributing her successful show to the love and energy of her fans. She is still slated to perform in Atlanta on Wednesday as part of her Pink Friday 2 World Tour.
Prior to the tour's commencement, Minaj had promised her fans that it would be her best tour yet. She expressed appreciation for the support and enthusiasm of her audience, assuring them that they would receive exceptional value for their ticket purchases.