50 Cent

50 Cent is a rapper, actor, and entrepreneur who rose to fame in the early 2000s with his debut album *Get Rich or Die Tryin’*. He was born Curtis James Jackson III on July 6, 1975, in Queens, New York. He became a defining voice in hip-hop through his gritty storytelling, aggressive delivery, and key collaborations with Eminem and Dr. Dre. Beyond music, 50 Cent expanded into film and television production, notably executive producing the hit series *Power*, and launched successful business ventures including a lucrative stake in Vitaminwater. His rise coincided with the early 2000s mixtape era, where he used street-level distribution to build a massive underground following before mainstream breakthroughs. This strategy not only propelled his initial success but also shifted how hip-hop artists marketed themselves, turning mixtapes into essential tools for career growth. Meanwhile, his move into business ventures like Vitaminwater demonstrated a new pathway for rappers to leverage their brand beyond music.

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The Oral History of 'Street Fighter'
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The Oral History of 'Street Fighter'

The beloved, genre-defining fighting game returns to the big screen, and its stars Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Callina Liang, and 50 Cent explain how they brought a two-dimensional arcade classic into the real world.

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50 Cent in a floral suit at an event; Diddy wearing sunglasses and an open shirt at a party.
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50 Cent Again Claims That Diddy Sent Him Funeral-Style Flower Arrangement

The 'Street Fighter' star claimed that Diddy sent him a funeral-style arrangement.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 14: (L-R) Andrew Schulz and Curtis Jackson aka 50 Cent speak during the "Street Fighter" Planet Hollywood Event with Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson at Planet Hollywood New York on October 14, 2026, in New York, New York. 

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 09: Groovey Lew and Diddy are seen celebrating Diddy's Birthday at The BoTree on November 09, 2023 in London, England.
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50 Cent Isn't Concerned About Diddy Getting Out of Prison, Jokes 'I Have Shooters'

The G-Unit founder expressed that he feels "comfortable" trolling his longtime rival.

Two images side by side: on the left, 50 Cent in a plaid suit smiling on a talk show set; on the right, Cardi B in sunglasses and fur coat.
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50 Cent Calls Cardi B a 'Hit,' Says She Escaped the 'Dead Hip-Hop Section'

The rapper and entertainment mogul chronicled Cardi's "bulletproof" rise from reality television to mainstream music.

50 Cent at a "Street Fighter" premiere, Diddy at a Netflix event.
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50 Cent Compares Diddy's Prison Experience to a 'Club,' Jokes He Sent Him 'Bump on the Head'

Fif also joked about Diddy watching 'The Reckoning' despite being behind bars.

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50 Cent, J. Cole, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar
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50 Cent Says J. Cole Sitting Out the Kendrick-Drake War Cost Him More Than Anyone

He did commend Cole for being "one of the coolest people to grace hip-hop culture."

Trey Alston2 days ago
John Mayer Leads All-Star Tribute to Mohegan Sun's 30th Birthday
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Mohegan Sun Celebrates 30 Years With Music, Celebrity Sightings and a Packed Weekend

John Mayer, 50 Cent and Lainey Wilson led two star-studded October weekends featuring sold-out shows, hip-hop performances and red-carpet moments.

50 Cent smiling in a suit; Jay-Z wearing sunglasses and a cap, making a peace sign.
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50 Cent Jokes That Jay-Z, Ye Could Perform at His Hypothetical Wedding

Fif joked that he would get the artist formerly known as Kanye West to perform if "he is not banned at the time."

Joe Price4 days ago
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Lloyd Banks Celebrates 20 Years of Sophomore Album 'Rotten Apple': 'Time Flies!!'

The former G-Unit rapper has shown some love to his second studio album, sharing with fans his favorite cuts.

Will Lavin5 days ago
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(L-R) 50 Cent and Diddy.
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50 Cent Shuts Down Any Chance of Peace With Diddy: 'No, Not With Him'

Fif has made it very clear that he's uninterested in reconciling with the incarcerated music mogul.

Will Lavin6 days ago
(L-R) 50 Cent and Jay-Z.
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50 Cent Dismisses Jay-Z Album Anniversary Hype: 'Why Is It a Big Deal Now?'

The G-Unit mogul has argued the recent celebrations for Hov's debut album, 'Reasonable Doubt,' is promotion dressed up as history.

Will Lavin7 days ago
50 Cent, wearing a gray suit and tie, smiles broadly in a warmly lit setting.
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50 Cent Pulled Up for a Clean Fit Check With The People Gallery

50 Cent is set to hit theaters later this month as Balrog in 'Street Fighter.'

Joe Price8 days ago
50 Cent in a suit on the left and Diddy in a red outfit holding a microphone on the right.
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50 Cent on Diddy's 'Very Confusing' Trial: 'I've Never Seen a RICO Case With One Person'

The rapper and media mogul questioned a RICO trial involving Diddy as a lone suspect.

G-Unit Reunites For Fan Meet And Greet
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Young Buck Says He Attempted to Reunite G-Unit: ‘It Just Didn't Go the Way It's Planned’

The Nashville rapper said he remains grateful to 50 Cent for the opportunity that launched his career, even as the two trade public shots.

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(L-R) 50 Cent and Rick Ross.
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50 Cent in Hysterics Over Judge Not Knowing Who Rick Ross Is: 'Book His Stupid Ass'

The G-Unit mogul has weighed in on Rozay's legal issues, expressing just how funny he thinks it is that Judge Mindy Glazer had "no idea" who the rapper was.

Joe Price14 days ago
Two men pictured: 50 CEnt wearing a black cap and shirt, smiling; Rick Ross in a suit with sunglasses and jewelry, holding a microphone.
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50 Cent Shares Quick Reaction to Rick Ross Domestic Violence Arrest: 'LOL'

Ross was revealed to have been arrested via Miami-Dade jail records on Thursday.

Rapper 50 Cent performing on stage, wearing a Givenchy shirt and cap, holding a microphone, smiling.
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50 Cent Quotes 'Power' in Reaction to Report of Diddy Being Moved Back to Solitary Confinement

Naturally, Fif also used the moment to again tuck in some 'Street Fighter' promo too.

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