50 Cent
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Curtis Jackson, known as 50 Cent, is an American rapper, actor, and producer born in 1975. Rising from Queens, he survived a 2000 shooting before fame.
His breakthrough came with Get Rich or Die Tryin’ (2003), featuring hits like "In da Club." He later founded G-Unit Records, signing major artists. His next album, The Massacre (2005), also achieved huge success, but later releases saw mixed reception.
Beyond music, 50 Cent starred in films and led TV projects, notably Power (2014–2020). He built a business empire spanning fashion, beverages, and media.
Selling over 30 million albums, he earned a Grammy, Billboard awards, and an Emmy. Billboard ranked him among the top artists of the 2000s, and Rolling Stone honored his debut album.
Once involved in street life, he transitioned into a cultural icon, blending music, business, and entertainment with lasting impact.