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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50 Cent wearing a black cap and Lil Durk in a light jacket, both smiling in a split image.
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50 Cent Salutes Lil Durk’s ‘Billion Dollar Lawyer’ Drew Findling After Federal Acquittal

50 praised Drew Findling after Durk was found not guilty on all five federal charges.

Mark Elibert2 days ago
IAMI, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 06: Shyne and 50 Cent during Branson Cognac Dinner After Dark at Serafina Restaurant on September 06, 2026 in Miami, Florida.
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50 Cent Says Former Rival Shyne 'Impresses' Him After Reunion In New York

The G-Unit frontman called Shyne a "world leader" who has "shown nothing but growth."

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 15: Charlamagne tha God speaks onstage during Emma Grede's "Start With Yourself" Book Tour Launch at Adler Hall on April 15, 2026 in New York City.
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Charlamagne Says Mark Curry Should Get a 'Better' Lawyer After Appearance in 50 Cent's Diddy Doc

'The Breakfast Club' co-host blamed Curry for allegedly "getting got" by 50 Cent after his appearance in 'Sean Combs: The Reckoning.'

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Mark Curry Fires Back At Critics Over His 50 Cent Netflix Doc Contract

The former Bad Boy artist says the blame belongs with the people who take advantage of an artist's trust.

Trey Alston6 days ago
Rapper 50 Cent smiling, wearing a black New York Yankees cap and black shirt, against a dark background.
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50 Cent Asks Mark Curry 'What's Your Cash App?' After 'No Credit' Diddy Doc Complaint

Curry has also since doubled down on his claims that he should be compensated for his work on the documentary.

Joe Price6 days ago
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 20: 50 Cent during an interview at Apple Music and Complex present VERZUZ Live Match-Up: “R&B Nights” featuring Donell Jones vs. Joe at Apple Music Studios on August 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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Former Bad Boy Artist Mark Curry Claims He Wasn't Credited for 50 Cent’s Diddy Docuseries

The former Bad Boy Records artist called the documentary "the worse deal" he's been involved with.

Split image of 50 Cent and Jay-Z.
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50 Cent Says Jay-Z Still Owes Him a Favor, Cites 2003 Reebok Commercial

Reebok's re-release of the original 2003 red, white, and blue G-Unit G6 sneaker was sold out within two hours last month.

Jose Martinez10 days ago
A dramatic scene showing a boxer with long hair being punched in the face by another boxer wearing red gloves, with sweat and spit flying.
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Watch 50 Cent as Balrog in the New ‘Street Fighter’ Trailer

The movie also stars Noah Centineo, David Dastmalchian, Cody Rhodes, and Andrew Schulz, among others.

Joe Price13 days ago
Aubrey O'Day with long blonde hair wearing a red outfit and layered gold necklaces at an event.
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Aubrey O'Day Reacts to 2Pac Murder Verdict, Alleges 'Those Who Conspired' Are Featured in Diddy Doc

"The truth deserves the entire story," the Bad Boy alum argued.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 20: 50 Cent during an interview at Apple Music and Complex present VERZUZ Live Match-Up: “R&B Nights” featuring Donell Jones vs. Joe at Apple Music Studios on August 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. 

DALLAS, TEXAS - AUGUST 22: Rick Ross and Jazzma Kendrick attend the Rick Ross: Port Of Miami Orchestra Reunion Tour at Winspear Opera House on August 22, 2026 in Dallas, Texas.
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50 Cent Mocks Rick Ross' Girlfriend With Caricature: 'Why Is Her Neck So Long?'

50 Cent poked fun at the couple by posting an exaggerated caricature of them on Instagram.

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Rick Ross Trolls 50 Cent, Says Watching Ex Daphne Joy’s Sex Tapes Make Him ‘Excited’

50 Cent previously took a shot at Rick Ross’ canceled tour finale.

Jade Gomez15 days ago
(L-R) 50 Cent and Rick Ross.
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50 Cent Rips Into Rick Ross Over Canceled Tour Dates: 'Things Not Going Well?'

It's the latest in the back-and-forth between the longtime rivals.

Trey Alston16 days ago
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50 Cent Makes Hublot Big Bang Unico King Gold the Style Move of His 2026 Run

The luxury watch has been a huge part of some of Fif's biggest appearances this year.

Mark Elibert17 days ago
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Rick Ross Invokes Bun B and Pimp C to Clap Back at 50 Cent’s Comments About Aging in Hip-Hop

Ross argued that when the culture truly loves an artist, age shouldn’t determine their rap career.

Mark Elibert21 days ago
Tyrese wears a black shirt and cap, 50 Cent a blue patterned shirt and blue cap.
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50 Cent Calls Marriage a ‘Bad Contract,’ Trolls Tyrese With ‘What More Do You Want From Me?’

50 turned a marriage debate into comedy by recreating Tyrese’s infamous viral outburst.

Mark Elibert22 days ago
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