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Last year, 50 Cent sued famous social media jeweler TraxNYC for using his name and likeness to sell some diamond-encrusted crosses similar to the one 50 Cent wore, and now the jeweler out of New York City is apologizing for his transgression.
According to TMZ, TraxNYC (born Maksud Agadjani) has officially apologized to 50 Cent for using his likeness to sell the aforementioned iced-out pieces and in the process got the case dismissed. Not only did Agadjani post a public apology on all his social media platforms, but even printed out his apology and posted it on the storefront window of his brick-and-mortar store in New York City.
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In the apology, Agadjani says he’s “writing to express my sincere and heartfelt apology” and he acknowledges using 50’s name, image and other IP rights to “advertise, market, and sell my jewelry products without your permission.”
Agadjani says he did not have and never had any affiliation with or endorsement from 50 Cent … and he says he removed all the posts and videos about 50 from his social media platforms.
What’s more, Agadjani says he will not use 50 Cent’s name going forward … and he says he respects Fif’s brand and deeply regrets his poor judgment and takes full responsibility for his actions … asking 50 Cent and 50’s fans to accept his apology and forgive him.
50 Cent didn’t name that first G-Unit album Beg For Mercy for nothing.
Agadjani knew that it was either a free public apology or coughing up $5 million to 50 Cent for using his likeness without his permission. It wasn’t that hard of a choice. We’re just surprised it took this long to get done.
What do y’all think about this situation? Did 50 Cent overreact, or was he in the right to sue? Let us know in the comments section below.
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50 Cent is living his pettiest life as he continues to kick Diddy while he is down. He recently made fun of him over his alleged small manhood.
As spotted on HipHopDX, another unidentified woman has filed a lawsuit against Diddy claiming that he sexually assaulted her back in 2001. She alleges they spent the evening together and eventually went back back to his Manhattan apartment. Things apparently went left as the woman says Diddy led her to his bedroom, locked the door, and put his hand around her neck saying “I’m going to suck the life out of you.” The document states Diddy then started “pulling out his erect bare-skinned penis which appeared to be the length and girth of a large Tootsie Roll.” She further described his lack of size calling it an “itty-bitty Diddy.”
This news landed on 50 Cent’s radar and he was quick to leverage it for his enjoyment. He shared a screenshot of the lawsuit documents and included a photo of the candy in the middle of the post. His caption read “Toosie Roll, Toosie Roll, to the left to the left to the right to the right to the front to the front to the back to the back now slide. LOL THAT’s WHY HE IN THE CORNER Masterbating!”
Diddy’s lawyers have yet to formally comment on the new lawsuit. The mogul’s federal racketeering and human trafficking trial is underway. Earlier this week his former longtime girlfriend Cassie took the stand and revealed some shocking details regarding his “Freak Offs.” You can read more about her testimony here.
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50 Cent has taken a fresh shot at Diddy, breaking his recent silence with a new round of online mockery aimed at his longtime foe.
As Diddy’s legal proceedings move forward, with jury selection for his trial kicking off this week, 50 Cent returned to Instagram with a post that quickly grabbed attention. The rapper shared an AI-generated image that featured himself as every single member of the jury, a humorous but pointed jab at the Bad Boy mogul.
The image was accompanied by the caption, “Sean Diddy Combs jury selection for trial is finally complete,” while 50 added his own twist, writing, “I’m not sure if this is fair but don’t worry, be happy!” The post blends sarcasm and spectacle, staying true to 50’s trademark style of using humor to taunt his rivals.
Tensions between the two artists have been simmering for years, but 50 has turned up the heat since late 2023, when serious allegations involving sexual misconduct and sex trafficking were brought against Diddy. While the music industry watches the case unfold, 50 Cent is using his platform to stay in the conversation, with his usual mix of satire and shade
This latest stunt, powered by AI and packed with attitude, is another reminder of how 50 Cent continues to blend digital creativity with real-life controversy, keeping his feud alive while entertaining his fans in the process.
Now let’s go down memory lane of all the times 50 Cent has trolled Diddy.
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Season 4 of BMF teases more shenanigans for the Flenory brothers and the return of two characters.
The first trailer for season 4 of BMF has finally arrived, and it is full of big reveals that set up what could be the most explosive season yet for the hit crime drama loosely based on Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory and Terry Lee Flenory’s lives.
One of the big reveals is that Emmy Award-winning actor Michael Chiklis (The Shield, Fantastic Four) has joined the cast and will appear this season as DEA Agent Taylor, who will assist in trying to take down BMF.
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Returning this season will be Lamar (Eric Kofi-Abrefa), the Flenory brothers’ arch-nemesis, who became a drug addict at the end of season 2, alongside Donnell Rawlings, who played his hilarious comedic cousin, Alvin.
B-Mickie (Myles Truitt) is also back this season and wants back in on the action.
As for what’s going on this season, the Flenory brothers’ next hustle is starting their music label in Atlanta, expanding their drug empire into national territories during the 1990s, following whatever happened to them in Mexico. Of course, things go wrong thanks to the return of an old foe, the police breathing down their necks, leading to them being unable to trust anyone, including each other, setting up a sibling rivalry that could drive them apart.
Russell Hornsby as Charles Flenory, Michole Briana White as Lucille Flenory, La La Anthony as Markisha, and Steve Harris as Detective Bryant are also returning in season 4.
Real Life Drama Around BMF
The show’s return has been fueled by real-life drama involving star Lil Meech, his father Big Meech, and the show’s executive producer, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
The G-Unit general has been trolling the star and his dad for dealing with his longtime nemesis, Rick Ross.
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50 Cent has another accomplishment to add to his ever-growing list. His action channel nabbed the number one spot on Roku and LG Channels.
Lionsgate announced that 50 Cent Action, the FAST channel curated by the Hip-Hop mogul, is the #1 action channel on both The Roku Channel and LG Channels and could find the same success on Sling TV’s Sling Freestream, which was just launched.
The channel features 50 Cent’s favorite premium films and television series, especially those in which he starred, such as Den of Thieves, The Expendables, and, of course, his hit crime drama Power, which has gone on to spawn a whole drug-dealing television universe, known as the Power Universe.
The Queens rapper, born Curtis Jackson, will be on hand at LG Ad Solution’s NewFronts presentation on Monday, May 5th, where he will participate in a live Q&A with the company’s CEO, Michael Hudes. During the session, he will discuss the success of his FAST channel and its future.
“This is the future of entertainment,” said Jackson. “It’s about making real connections. I’m hands on with everything and collaborating closely with Lionsgate – which has been a great partner – to give fans free, direct access to the best action movies and shows out there, all in one place. Fans can step into my world every time they turn on the channel.”
“50 Cent is a cultural icon with an unmatched connection to his audience,” said Jim Packer, Lionsgate’s President of Worldwide Television Distribution. “We’ve seen incredible momentum on the channel since launch, and our goal is to make 50 Cent Action one of the leading action destinations for fans and advertisers in the FAST Space.”
50 Cent continues to rack up the wins.
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50 Cent’s dislike for Big Meech is still at an all-time high. The rapper trolled him once again with snitching allegations.
As reported by HipHopDX, 50 Cent keeps some petty ready. Last week, he went back to Instagram and posted a video that showed a rat trying to get a piece of cheese out of a trap with a snap mechanism. It seems this is not the first time the tiny animal has encountered the device as the rodent carefully inspects it before proceeding and getting the cheese unscathed. “New footage of Big Meech, slick Rat you know the vibes!” 50 Cent wrote in the caption.
While Big Meech and 50 Cent once had a professional relationship because of the BMF series; things went sour between the two when Meech was released from prison in October 2024. The former crime boss partnered with Rick Ross for his homecoming party, which Fif perceived as disloyal. From there the “I Get Money” rapper unleashed a series of social media posts calling Meech a snitch and revealed that his son Demetrius Flenory Jr. has a drug problem and would often show up intoxicated to the television set.
Back in February Big Meech finally addressed the accusations in a short video. “I wasn’t going to address this, because I’m not trying to let nobody trick me off the streets,” he said. “But I never folded, never told, never will. Death before dishonor, always, with me. So I’m doing this for my loved ones and the support of my friends and family.” You can see him defend his name below.
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50 Cent is back at it, this time taking shots at Beyoncé over rumors that her recent show at SoFi Stadium in L.A. had thousands of empty seats just hours before it started.
TMZ was the first to drop the news, claiming the Queen’s opening night still had plenty of tickets up for grabs, which had some folks side-eyeing the situation. Never one to miss a moment to troll, 50 hopped on Instagram, posted a screenshot of the headline, and threw shade with the caption, “Shit getting real out here, hey the tickets ain’t selling?”
Beyoncé ain’t said a word back yet, but fans were quick to remind folks who she is. Her last tour, the *Renaissance World Tour* in 2023, was a straight-up flex, pulling in over $579 million worldwide. That made it the highest-grossing tour ever by a female artist. She sold out stadiums across the globe, shut down cities, and had fans going wild for the visuals, fashion, and energy. It wasn’t just a concert, it was a whole movement.
50’s comment adds fuel to the fire in his ongoing back-and-forth with JAY-Z, who he’s been clowning for years. This time, he’s going at the Carter household from a different angle, but it’s still the same troll energy. Whether those ticket sale rumors hold any weight or not, one thing’s for sure, Beyoncé’s not new to this, she’s true to this. A couple of empty seats ain’t about to shake her throne.
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Looks like 50 Cent and Joe Budden finally put the drama to rest after months of trading shots online.
The two New York rap vets had been going at it over 50’s jokes about Irv Gotti’s death, with Budden firing back and keeping the heat going. Both known for being hard-headed and speaking their minds, it didn’t seem like either one was gonna back down anytime soon. Leave it to a Knicks playoff game to bring some peace. During the Knicks vs. Pistons matchup, 50 was sitting courtside next to Fat Joe when the arena’s jumbotron caught them. Fans with sharp eyes noticed Budden was sitting just a row behind them, and it didn’t take long for the moment to go viral.
50 posted the pic on Instagram with the caption, “I ran into Joe at the game he said I don’t need Therapy No MORE,” clearly poking fun at the situation and hinting that everything’s cool now.
In a game where rap beefs can drag on for years, this was a refreshing switch-up. Two stars from NY (with real egos) bump into each other in the most New York setting possible, and instead of letting it escalate, they laughed it off. It’s a rare moment of grown man energy in Hip-Hop, and fans were here for it. Whether the peace holds or not, that courtside run-in showed the culture something different, and sometimes, that’s all it takes.
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The decades-long feud between 50 Cent and Ja Rule reignited once again following 50’s disrespectful comments about the late Irv Gotti.
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During a recent interview, Ja Rule expressed anger over 50 Cent mocking the death of Gotti, who was not only the head of Murder Inc. but also a close personal friend. Ja revealed that he was ready to respond publicly but was ultimately talked out of it by Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff, a legendary figure in Queens and someone long tied to both sides of the beef.
In true 50 fashion, the G-Unit mogul wasted no time responding. He posted a clip from the interview on Instagram with a caption mocking both Ja Rule and the interviewers: “The Breakfast Club should be ashamed of themselves asking questions that perpetuate violence. This fool has been ready to go what he calls nuclear for 22 years. LOL.” Taking things even further, 50 added a distasteful jab at the late Gotti, writing, “Ya man in my Runtz right now!”, a disrespectful reference implying Gotti is being smoked like cannabis.
Ja Rule fired back on X (formerly Twitter), writing: “@50cent you b**ch a** n*gga… I already ate your lunch shut up!!!” He continued with a shot at 50’s street cred: “Until you do something to the n*ggas that shot you you can’t troll no more… handle your business chump lmao…”
Ja also posted a 2016 HipHopDX article, where former G-Unit associate Bang ‘Em Smurf claimed 50 sought an order of protection from Murder Inc., further fueling the fire.
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New York rapper Ja Rule had some words for his longtime industry rival, 50 Cent, for the way the G-Unit founder mocked the death of Murder Inc. founder Irv Gotti, who passed away in February. Ja had reflected on his career and relationship with Gotti during a Hip Hop Wired exclusive discussion between the “Always On Time” rapper and New Orleans legend Juvenile.
During a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, Ja went all the way in on 50, who posted on Instagram shortly after Gotti’s death was announced, “I’m smoking on dat Gotti pack, nah God bless him [white dove emoji] LOL.”
“I see some of the things that [50 Cent] gets involved in, feuds. ‘Grow up, my n***a.’ That’s what I be thinking to myself,” Ja told Breakfast Club hosts Charlamagne tha God, DJ Envy and Loren Lorosa.
Then he addressed Fif’s Instagram post.
“It’s goofy sh*t,” Ja said. “‘Cause I was hot. I was ready to go nuclear and sh*t … Preme said, ‘You know, Rule? Here’s what you gotta understand about who we are and what we are: We are the masters of self-defense.’ I said, ‘I love that,’ because I don’t want to start or make trouble with people, but if we gotta get into it … I’ll f**kin’ end it.
“That’s who we are as men,” he continued. “Here to protect our family, protect our home, defend our honor, our names, our reptuation. I’m not here to be a bully and bother people. That’s not what I’m here to do, but I am a master of self-defense.”
Ja, also addressed his 20-some-odd-year beef with the “In Da Club” rapper, who he claimed is largely responsible for the continuation of the rivalry, noting that he rarely even mentions 50, but will occasionally respond to his endless online “troll” behavior.
“He keeps it going,” Ja said. “I’ll go to the circus once in a while. I really like to stay clear of that sh*t …. I like to have fun sometimes. I poke jabs at him, too, but that’s all that really is. To me, it’s silly. We’re both successful Black men and I think the focus should be on continuing to make sure that we pay it forward.”
You can check out the full interview below.