Is Pope Benedict Dating Nicki Minaj?

Nicki Minaj was the talk of the Grammys last night, and it had nothing to do with her nomination for Best New Artist.

Prior to the show, the rapper walked the red carpet in a red Versace cape with a much older man by her side — Pope Benedict XVI.

The 29-year old is known for her Lady Gaga-like publicity stunts, but Vatican City residents are wondering why the Bishop of Rome would agree to accompany someone so controversial to an award ceremony.

“I’m just a fan of her music,” His Holiness explained to OMGG.com. “But the Catholic Church no longer frowns upon interracial marriage, so who knows where this might lead?”