Nicki Minaj: AMA Nominations Announced!

Nicki Minaj and Pitbull step out for a press conference for the 2011 American Music Awards nominations at JW Marriott Los Angeles at L.A. Live on Tuesday (October 11) in Los Angeles.

The 28-year-old rapper racked up two nominations – Adele leads the pack with four noms, followed by Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Lil Wayne, Rihanna, and Taylor Swift with three nods each.

You can also vote for the 2011 Artist of the Year over at AMAVote.com – up for the award this year are Adele, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Lil Wayne, and Taylor Swift.

The 2011 AMAs will air on Sunday, November 20 on ABC.

FYI: Nicki is wearing Cia.Maritima‘s Mandala twisted bandeau top.

15+ pictures inside of Nicki Minaj and Pitbull at an AMAs press conference…