(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Nicki Minaj will visit the UK next week to catch a glimpse of the royal wedding, it has been reported.

The female rapper is said to be such a big fan of the British royal family that she has reportedly booked a hotel room opposite Westminster Abbey in a bid to spot HRH Prince William of Wales and his bride Catherine Middleton when they get married on Friday, April 29 2011.

The 26-year-old singer is believed to have booked a private jet that will whizz her off immediately after the ceremony so she can attend a gig in Canada.

"Nicki is such a fan of the royals she had to be here for it. She's currently touring America and Canada but she's a determined woman, a source told British newspaper The Sun.

"Nicki has been warned she might not even make it in time given her touring commitments either side of the wedding but she wouldn't take no for an answer." (C) Cover Media