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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 Nashville rapper said he remains grateful to 50 Cent for the opportunity that launched his career, even as the two trade public shots.
Mark Elibert1 day ago
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 Price3 days ago
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.
Trace William Cowen3 days ago
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.
Trace William Cowen4 days ago
Rick Ross Faces Pricey Lawsuit Over Scrapped 'Port of Miami' Tour Dates
Rozay is being sued over claims he refused to perform at a pair of shows he committed to doing in August.
Will Lavin4 days ago
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Daphne Joy on Kanye West and Bianca Censori Threesome Rumors: 'They're a Very Sexy Hot Couple'
The model also addressed rumors that she was offered $250,000 for a ménage à trois with Jay-Z and Beyoncé.
Will Lavin4 days ago
50 Cent Responds to Report of Diddy Watching 'The Reckoning' Docuseries in Prison
Naturally, Fif also used the opportunity to tuck in some 'Street Fighter' promo.
Trace William Cowen5 days ago
Jazzma Kendrick Gives Update After Accusing Rick Ross of Abuse: ‘I’m Okay’
The former girlfriend of Rick Ross wrote in an Instagram Story that the alleged incident occurred one month ago.
Jaelani Turner-Williams6 days ago
50 Cent Classic Hypes Up 'Tulsa King' Fans in Action-Packed Season 4 Trailer
If Dwight Manfredi can't do it, homie, it can't be done.
Will Lavin6 days ago
50 Cent Reacts After Jazzma Kendrick Accuses Rick Ross of Putting Hands on Her
The model says Ross busted her lip and treated her like "a punching bag."
Trey Alston7 days ago
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Jazzma Kendrick Accuses Rick Ross of Physically Assaulting Her, Busting Lip
50 Cent responded to the allegations on social media, but he didn't have any jokes for the rapper.
Trey Alston7 days ago
Fat Joe Denies Dissing 50 Cent on Ja Rule's "New York"
The Terror Squad rapper insisted his participation on the 2004 Ja Rule single was not a shot at 50 Cent.
Alex Ocho13 days ago
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 Elibert22 days ago
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."
Jaelani Turner-Williams24 days ago
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.'
Jaelani Turner-Williams24 days ago
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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 Alston26 days ago