50 Cent

50 Cent is an award-winning American rapper, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He rose to prominence with the release Get Rich or Die Tryin’ (2003) as his major-label album debut.

As a rapper musician, he has sold more than 30 million albums around the world and has won various awards including Grammy Award, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, and more.

Career

50 Cent began his career when his friend introduced him to Jam Master Jay Records.

His initial appearance was with the hip hop group Onyx. In 1999, he signed to Columbia Records and released an album in 2000 titled Power of the Dollar.

His breakthrough started when his single named How to Rob became viral. Then, he launched a mixtape titled Guess Who’s Back?.

The mixtape was heard by Eminem and Jackson was invited to meet Dr. Dre. After that, he released a second mixtape called No Mercy, No Fear.

In 2003, 50 Cent created his first album named Get Rich or Die Tryin’. The album peaked at number one on the Billboard 200 and was sold over 800,000 copies within four days.

In 2005, he also launched his next album and it was sold 1.14 million copies during the 4-day release. Furthermore, it became #1 on the Billboard 200 for six weeks.

He then continued becoming a successful rapper. Throughout his career, he had received many awards, including Grammy Awards and MTV Video Music Awards.

He also partnered with other well-known artists such as T.I. and Alicia Keys.

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Profile

• Full name: Curtis James Jackson III
• Stage name: 50 Cent
• Nickname: Interscope, Fiddy, Boo Boo
• Birthday: July 6, 1975
• Birthplace: Queens, New York City, New York, United States
• Nationality: American
• Religion: Christianity
• Profession: Rapper, Songwriter, Entrepreneur
• Education: Andrew Jackson High School
• Hobbies: Boxing
• Facebook: @50cent
• Twitter: @50cent
• Instagram: @50cent
• TikTok: @50cent
• YouTube: 50 Cent Official

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance 

• Height: 183 cm (6’0″)
• Weight: 94 Kg (207 lbs)
• Blood Type: –
• Hair Color: Black
• Eye Color: Dark brown
• Body Measurements: 49-34-16 (Bust -49, Waist -34, and Arms -16 inches)
• Shoe Size: 10.5 (US)

Family 

• Father: –
• Mother: Sabrina Johnson
• Brother: –
• Sister: –
• Children: Marquise Jackson, Sire Jackson

Girlfriend & Dating History

Shaniqua Tompkins

Prior to his massive fame, 50 Cent used to date Shaniqua Tompkins. The relationship started in 1994. The pair have a child together who was born in 1996 and is named Marquise Jackson.

That being said, their romance went sour in 1998 as he skyrocketed to stardom and they were involved in multiple feuds such as arson accusation against him and claims that he abandoned Marquise.

Meagan Good

His romance with Meagan Good, who’s an LA-based actress bloomed in 2002. She also appeared as his love interest in 21 Questions music video.

It is not known why their relationship ended, but it seemed that they parted on good terms as Meagan once referred to him as a gentle person as opposed to his tough public image.

Vivica A. Fox

He dated another actress, Vivica A. Fox, in 2003.

Similarly to his previous relationship, it is not known why the pair chose to separate. However, media reported that it ended in bad terms.

Joy Bryant

He was involved in a brief romance with Joy Bryant, who’s his co-star in Get Rich or Die Tryin’ music video.

Unfortunately, they called it quits in 2006. According to her interview, it appeared that the reason they split was because of his tendency to speak harsh words to the point that she stated “there’s a bullet in his tongue.”

Ciara

50 Cent’s romance with Ciara is arguably his most famous one. The rapper and the R&B singer went on an on-and-off relationship throughout 2007 to 2010.

They also used to work in the same projects multiple times.

Based on her interview with Rickey Smiley, they separated because what “he is afraid of is love,” as it’s not something he can control.

Paris Hilton

In around 2008, dating rumors between him and Paris Hilton began to surface. According to speculations, they met and got close due to the Cannes Film Festival.

Chelsea Handler

50 Cent enjoy a short-lived romance with Chelsea Handler in 2010.

Whatever they had fizzled out fast, but it appeared that they keep good relationship with each other.

Daphne Joy

From 2011 to 2012, he dated Daphne Joy, a model.  The couple welcomed a child, Sire, whom became his second son.

It is not known why the chose to break up.

Tattedup Holly

Not much is known about 50 Cent’s romance with Tattedup Holly. Their relationship started in 2013.

However, she accused him of committing physical and emotional abuse against her in 2015, the year they parted ways.

Jamira Haines (Cuban Link)

He started dating Jamira Haines, who’s also known as Cuban Link, in 2019. The pair have 20 years age gap between them.

They seemed to tease a potential engagement when she shared a snippet on her social media page in 2023, that showed a diamond ring on her left ring finger.

Net Worth

According to multiple sources, 50 Cent is estimated to have accumulated $40 million to $50 million.

He is approximated to earned at least $200 million to $300 million throughout his career from selling records, going on tour, business endeavors, and brand partnership deals.

However, he also used to file for bankcruptcy in July 2015 due to his overly lavish lifestyle.

Music

He signed a record deal worth $1 million before releasing No Mercy, No Fear and being a featured musician in the soundtrack list of 8 Mile.

His debut album, Get Rich or Die Trying (2003), achieved massive success by selling nearly a million copies just in four days after the release and topped the Billboard charts.

Throughout his career, he’s estimated to have sold more than 21 million of records.

Real Estate

He purchased a 17-acre property in Connecticut in 2023, which was previously owned by Mike Tyson, for $4.1 million. He then spent an extra $6 million to give it a number of upgrades.

It reportedly features a 50,000 sq-ft of dwelling spaces with 21 bedrooms, 37 bathrooms, as well as lavish amenities such as a casino and a nightclub.

It was put on the market for the first time in 2007 for more than $18 million. The price even lowered all the way to $4.9 million.

It was eventually sold for $2.9 million in April 2019.

Facts

• His trademarks are rapping skills and bodybuilder physique.
• His musical inspirations include EPDM and Big Daddy Kane.
• Charlie Sheen is his favorite actor.
• Mya and Mike Tyson are some of his friends.
• He was born in a poor neighborhood in New York and to a lesbian mother.
• Unfortunately, his mother passed away when he was 8 due to a drug and drink mixture.
• He was jailed in 1994 because he sold four vials of cocaine.
• In 1996, his son with Shaniqua Tompkins, Marquise Jackson or 25 Cent, was born.  
• When Boo Boo was at his grandmother’s house in 2000, he was shot nine times.
• In 2003, 50 Cent built his record label named G-Unit Records and G-Unit Clothing Company.
• He also won 5 awards in Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Awards, including Top R&B/Hip-Hop Artist and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Album Artist.
• His business partnership with Glacéau earned him 100 million USD as the label was bought by Coca-Cola for 4.1 billion USD.
• Forbes magazine listed him in the Celebrity 100 list in 2006.
• In 2007, he founded a book publishing imprint called G-Unit Books.
• He signed a deal that cost 78 million with Frigo Revolution Wear in 2014.
• 50 Cent dated a model named Daphne Joy and had a son named Sire Jackson in 2012.
• He filed bankruptcy protection in 2015 since he cited between 10-50 million USD in debt.
• In 2016, he ended his feud with The Game after 12 years. The feud happened when he thought The Game was disloyal.
• He had a feud with Rick Ross due to depreciating Jackson on his lyrics in 2008. The feud ended in 2020.  
• In 2020, the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording honored him with a star.
• His ideal type is…
• Her net worth is around $40 million.

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Pics of 50 Cent

1. Merry Christmas from the rapper!

2. 50 Cent with one of his cars

3. Look at Jackson’s genuine smile!

4. What’s up, Bro?

5. This black and white photo looks elegant

FAQs

Who is 50 Cent?

He is an American rapper, songwriter, and entrepreneur. 

Who is 50 Cent’s real name?

His real name is Curtis James Jackson III.

What makes 50 Cent famous?

He’s famous because of his Get Rich or Die Tryin’ (2003) release as his major-label album debut as well as his overall success in music career.

Where is 50 Cent from?

He was born in Queens, New York City, New York, United States.

How old is 50 Cent?

He was born in 1975, and he is 48 years old as of 2023.

When 50 Cent celebrates his birthday?

He celebrates on the 6th of every July.

How tall is 50 Cent?

His height is 6’0″ or 183 cm.

Who are 50 Cent’s parents?

His father’s name is not known, but his mother’s name is Sabrina Johnson.

Is 50 Cent married?

No, he is currently unmarried. But he is in a relationship with Jamira Haines (Cuban Link).

Who is 50 Cent’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriends are Shaniqua Tompkins, Meagan Good, Vivica A. Fox, Joy Bryant, Ciara, Chelsea Handler, Daphne Joy, and Tattedup Holly. He also used to be rumored to date Paris Hilton.

How rich is 50 Cent?

His net worth is around $40 million to $50 million.

What is 50 Cent nationality?

His nationality is American.

50 Cent’s hustle had been paid off. He does not eventually only becomes an award-winning rapper, but also one of the wealthy celebrities in the world.