50 Cent

American rapper and entrepreneur

50 Cent, born Curtis James Jackson III on July 6, 1975, in Queens, New York City, is a prominent American rapper, actor, businessman, and investor. He rose to fame with the release of his 2003 album "Get Rich or Die Tryin'," which was a massive commercial success and catapulted him into the spotlight. The album was produced by Dr. Dre and Eminem and featured hits like "In da Club" and "21 Questions." It has been certified 9x platinum by the RIAA. Following up on his debut's success, 50 Cent released "The Massacre" in 2005, which included hits such as "Candy Shop" and "Just a Lil Bit," further solidifying his position in the rap industry. The album also achieved multi-platinum status.