Nicki Minaj is scheduled to serve as a judge at Donald Trump’s Million Dollar Pitch Competition in Washington, DC, on September 18, according to Fox News Digital. The event is described as a business contest blending the formats of Shark Tank and The Apprentice . The competition will feature five companies pitching for a combined $1 million in prize money. Actor Dean Cain is set to host, while Joe Gebbia, Trump’s U.S. chief design officer, and equity fund manager Grant Cardone are expected to take on major roles. How Will the Prize Money Work? The winning company is slated to receive $400,000, with the remaining payouts ranging from $250,000 for second place to $75,000 for fifth place. Unlike traditional elimination shows, all five businesses are expected to leave with money. Nicki Minaj has publicly aligned herself with Trump since 2025 and has referred to herself as his “number one fan.” The rapper’s appearance places her inside another high profile Trump aligned event, alongside supporters including Cain, Gebbia, and Cardone.