Curtis James Jackson III, popularly known by his stage name 50 Cent, is a rapper, producer, actor, and businessman who is based in America. Curtis was born on July 6, 1975, in New York City, America, but was raised in South Jamaica by his mother, Sabrina. Unfortunately, she died when Curtis was just eight years old. Since then, he was raised by his grandparents.
Curtis started his music career when he produced an album named Power of the Dollar for Columbia Records in the year 2000, but soon before the release of the album, Curtis was shot nine times on the road. Curtis was hospitalized immediately and stayed hospitalized for nearly three months. The album was never released.
Two years after the incident, in the year 2002, Curtis released another album, ‘Guess Who’s Back?’, Soon after the release of the album, Curtis was discovered by Eminem, and Curtis signed with Shady Records.
Curtis released his first major album in the year 2003, which was ‘Get Rich or Die Tryin’’’ and was a huge hit and success. By now, 50 Cents has won many prestigious awards like the Primetime Emmy Award, Grammy Award, Billboard Music Awards, America Music Awards, BET Awards, and World Music Awards.
50 Cent’s Social Media Play: Roasting His Own Expendables 4 Poster
50 Cent, the multifaceted rapper and actor, has taken a lighthearted dig at his own character poster for the upcoming ensemble action film Expendables 4. In a refreshingly candid social media post, the artist shared his frank thoughts on the promotional image, which showcases his character, Easy Day, clad in tactical gear and armed with a rifle.
Posting on Instagram, where he commands a following of nearly 30 million, 50 Cent humorously quipped, “WTF did we run out of money? Why does my head look like it is not connected to my body? I bet they are going to make Sylvester Stallone look great. SMH.” The Instagram post had hashtags related to his cognac and Champagne brands, adding a touch of his signature style.
Navigating Guild Lines: 50 Cent’s Post and the SAG-AFTRA Contemplation
Interestingly, 50 Cent, whose birth name is Curtis Jackson, may have inadvertently ventured near the SAG-AFTRA picket line with his Expendables 4 commentary. The debate arises over whether his playful jab qualifies as “promotion” or “publicity services” under the guild’s guidelines.
This cinematic installment often stylized as Expendables, marks the rapper’s inaugural appearance within the action-packed series.
Despite this being his first Expendables venture, 50 Cent has previously worked with franchise leader Sylvester Stallone on multiple occasions, notably in the three-film Escape Plan series that began in 2013. Additionally, Expendables 4 will reunite 50 Cent with Jason Statham, his co-star from the film Spy.
The Expendables franchise, renowned for assembling a star-studded lineup of action heroes from the ’80s and ’90s, has welcomed the likes of Jet Li, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and other luminaries.
The fourth installment takes a turn, focusing on a younger ensemble, introducing fresh faces like Megan Fox, Tony Jaa, Iko Uwais, Jacob Scipio, and Levy Tran. Amid these changes, Dolph Lundgren and Randy Couture will reprise their roles from the previous films.
Stallone’s Unprecedented Move: Expendables 4 and a Writing Credit Shift
Curiously, Expendables 4 represents a departure with Sylvester Stallone relinquishing his writing credit for the first time in the franchise. Stallone’s involvement extends beyond acting; he contributed to writing the screenplays and directed the first film. The release of Expendables 4 is slated for September 22.
As the countdown to the cinematic spectacle continues, 50 Cent’s self-deprecating humor serves as a testament to the joyful friendship shared among all the cast members.
With his entertaining commentary on his character poster, 50 Cent injects a touch of fun into the anticipation surrounding Expendables 4, embodying the spirit of playful camaraderie that has become a hallmark of the series.
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