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Nicki Minaj Rejects Moon Landing on Podcast, Drawing Rebukes From Experts and Fox News Jokes

Her remark coincides with a high-profile shift toward pro‑Trump platforms, sharpening scrutiny of celebrity misinformation.

Overview

  • On Katie Miller’s podcast, Nicki Minaj said she does not believe the United States landed on the Moon.
  • Katie Miller said she previously asked Elon Musk about the 1969 landing and relayed that he affirmed it happened.
  • Fox NewsGutfeld! panel ridiculed the claim, with Greg Gutfeld calling it “crazy” and Tyrus warning the right against elevating celebrity backers too quickly.
  • Retired astronaut and Arizona senator Mark Kelly criticized the comment as a “nutty” conspiracy theory and urged Minaj to study the historical record.
  • Coverage places the episode in the context of Minaj’s recent appearances with President Donald Trump and conservative groups, which has boosted the reach of her statements.