Gabby Douglass

Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj Congratulate Gabby Douglas

''What An Amazing Little Firecracker'' 4:30PM ET August 3rd, 2012 Contributor : Rayna Dean A Rocky Williform Company Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas has captured the hearts of many Americans. Notable superstars congratulated the 16-year old on her Olympic performance and achievement, becoming the first African American to win the gold in all-around gymnastics. "A huge congratulations to 16-year-old Olympic Gold Medalist Gabby Douglas - Wow - what a thrill to watch you take this Gold! I can tell you've been working hard for so long - enjoy this moment, it's yours. Thank you for inspiring all of us!" Beyonce posted. Oprah tweeted, "OMG I'm so THRILLED for Gabby. Flowing happy tears!! #TeamUSA." And rapper Nicki Minaj: "*kisses to Gabby* what an amazing little firecracker. #USA #Olympics." "Glad i lived to see what Gabby Douglas did in the Olympics. Icon," added Lil Wayne. Several other stars, from Timbaland to Ciara to Gabrielle Union to Kerry Washington added their praises for the Olympics brightest new star.