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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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Fif took a similar approach with Diddy's 56th birthday last year.
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Jaelani Turner-Williams3 days ago
50 Cent Makes Zoom Court Appearance After Taking Legal Action Against Tia Kemp
Fif has accused Kemp of libel and slander targeting his teen son.
Trace William Cowen3 days ago
Maino Dresses as 50 Cent For Halloween After Calling Him Out for ‘Going Bad’ Lyrically
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50 Cent's G-Unit Reebok G6 to Return in New Colorway After OG Silhouette Sellout
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Maino Calls Out 50 Cent For 'Going Bad' Lyrically, Joe Budden Defends Him
Maino insisted that his show's feud with the G-Unit general had nothing to do with his take.
Trey Alston7 days ago
50 Cent Called ‘Rat’ by Tia Kemp After Receiving Restraining Order
Fif issued the request on the grounds that Kemp was allegedly cyberstalking his 14-year-old son Sire.
Jose Martinez8 days ago
50 Cent Sues Tia Kemp Over 'Knowingly False' Statements About His Son, Seeks Millions in Damages
Kemp, Fif argues, used his 14-year-old son as "a prop and a punchline."
Trace William Cowen9 days ago
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The Challenge veteran called his girlfriend 'Dollface' in a playful Instagram Reel set to 50 Cent’s 2005 hit 'Best Friend.'
Bernadette Giacomazzo10 days ago
50 Cent Legally Requests That Tia Kemp Stop Alleged Cyberstalking of His Son
The rapper and entertainment mogul claimed that Kemp has harassed his 14-year-old son, Sire.
Jaelani Turner-Williams11 days ago
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Rick Ross Explains Unloading Wingstop Franchises After Business Filings Exposed
Rozay's response follows questions about his finances, and some heavy trolling from 50 Cent.
Trey Alston13 days ago
Tony Yayo's 'FEED YAYO' Merch Is Now Available on Complex
Available exclusively on Complex, the seven-piece FEED YAYO x Family Style collection is a nod to the G-Unit rapper's new food show.
Will Lavin14 days ago
Tia Kemp Says 50 Cent Has 'No Room to Post Anyone's Child' After Son's Alleged Assault
Kemp bashed 50 Cent for joking about the alleged assault on her son with Rick Ross.
Jaelani Turner-Williams16 days ago
50 Cent Recalls DMX Taking Him on Dangerous Joyride to Get His 'Head Right'
The 'Street Fighter' star feared for his life during the recording session-turned-joyride.
Jaelani Turner-Williams16 days ago
50 Cent Trolls Rick Ross After His Son's Alleged Attack: 'This Was a Street Fight'
The rapper and entertainment mogul joked that he plans to bail out the suspect who allegedly assaulted Ross' son, William Roberts III.
Jaelani Turner-Williams17 days ago
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50 Cent on 'Street Fighter' Topping Box Office: 'I Wasn't Gonna Be Beat by a Damn Whale Movie'
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Trace William Cowen18 days ago