The long-running financial feud between 50 Cent and former G-Unit member Young Buck appears to have reached its conclusion. After years of public disputes and legal wrangling, Young Buck has finally taken steps to settle his debt to 50 Cent, thanks to a bankruptcy filing.
On August 12, court documents obtained by XXL revealed that Young Buck, real name David Darnell Brown, declared bankruptcy in Tennessee. In the process, the “Shorty Wanna Ride” rapper liquidated many of his most valuable assets, raising over $1 million. This financial maneuver allows Buck to repay a $250,000 loan from 50 Cent, which dates back to 2020.
In addition to settling the debt with 50, Buck’s bankruptcy proceedings will address a $190,000 IRS lien and outstanding child support payments, marking a significant step in resolving his financial challenges.
The tension between 50 Cent and Young Buck has been well-documented, with 50 often taking to social media to call out Buck over the unpaid debt. This latest development signifies a potential end to the public back-and-forth between the two former collaborators, closing a chapter in the G-Unit saga.
For 50 Cent, the resolution marks a victory in his relentless pursuit of the money owed.
50 Cent is already a titan in television and film, so why is he taking on the project of a Diddy docuseries? His answer, “Why wouldn’t I.”
In a cover story with Us Weekly highlighting the development of his legacy and empire and simply “how I got rich,” 50 details the reasoning behind making Diddy’s story his next venture.
“I’m the only person in hip-hop culture that has produced any hit television,” 50 said. “Why wouldn’t I be the person to produce it? And I’m not on the tapes. [Party videotapes were reportedly found after search warrants were executed on Diddy’s homes.] See, some of the people who have been around in the culture who are not saying anything — that’s because they’ve been to the parties, [and] they don’t know what part of their experiences are on tape. So it keeps them quiet and it looks like I’m the only guy, but I’ve been [saying] for years that something’s not right.”
TMZ reported first that Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s “Diddy Do It” will be a multi-part documentary. Word is Netflix won out on a hotly contested bidding war to secure the rights to the project.
With the sexual assault allegations piling up against Diddy, the horrific video that surfaced, and the new claim that just came to light Tuesday, this documentary is shaping up to be one for the ages. Sadly, we recognize the alleged and confirmed victims, namely Cassie Ventura, who were all brave enough to speak out against Combs, may be subjected to reliving their nightmares with so much attention being given to projects like Jackson’s documentary.
“Diddy Do It” is being produced through Jackson’s G-Unit Film and Television Studios. Several networks and, get this, all of the streaming platforms were vying for the rights to the multi-part series. It looks like the series is poised to premiere on the world’s biggest streamer soon, but no date has been announced.
Yesterday, a major update in the ongoing battle between former G-Unit bandmates came through by way of AllHipHop. According to them, Young Buck had collected enough money to pay off the debt he owes 50 Cent. It totals out to $250,000 and it comes from a loan that the G-Unit head honcho took out to aid Buck. Speaking of which, the latter had to apply for bankruptcy in 2020 after life hit him hard in 2019. It took the Nashville, Tennessee rapper quite a bit of time to come up with the money. However, things finally seem to be on the up and up for Buck.
Unfortunately, he did need to sell a lot of valuable assets to get this done. From jewelry to expensive cars to his catalog, Buck ultimately had to sacrifice in order to satisfy 50. All of this was able to go for over one million dollars and because of this, he’s also able to pay the IRS the $190,000 he owes to them for child support. Now, with this being done, HipHopDX says that Buck has no more contractual obligations to 50 Cent.
After years of going back-and-forth online and being at an extremely low point in his career, Young Buck can finally find his footing again. However, you know that when it comes to Fif, he’s not going to not have the last word. After hearing about this news from AllHipHop, The Massacre MC reshared the publication’s article on his IG with a caption. The master troller wrote, “I don’t know why they make me go through this part, but I’m a need that money by Monday. ”.
What are your thoughts on 50 Cent’s message to Young Buck following the latter accruing enough money to pay back the former? Is he the most ruthless dude in the industry when it comes to getting paid? How do you think things will play out in the future between these two? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Young Buck and 50 Cent. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.
According to a report from AllHipHop, Nashville rapper Young Buck, former G-Unit member, is now able to repay 50 Cent. This of course stems from the longstanding dispute between these two mortal enemies over failing to meet contractual obligations. Young Buck had to file for bankruptcy in May of 2020 due to severe financial struggles and jail time as well. However, because Fif felt that Buck was not living up to these requirements, the G-Unit boss was trying to block him from filing for bankruptcy. Overall, it seems that the head honcho has won the never-ending back-and-forth. Overall, $250,000 was the target for the multi-hyphenate, and he’s getting all of it.
“According to documents obtained by AllHipHop.com, Buck has sold enough assets from his estate to cover all outstanding claims, including his debt to 50 Cent”. The publication goes into further detail on exactly what Buck had to sell off. That reportedly includes jewelry, vehicles, and his catalog. Overall, all of this turned out to total $1,023,669.67.
On top of removing this massive figure off his plate, Young Buck is also able to clear off his child support burden. That number has accumulated to $190,000 and is owed to the IRS. This has to be a great feeling for the Tennessee native, regardless of how he feels toward 50. It might be a decently long road back, but the veteran MC can start over a bit and focus on his future.
What are your thoughts on Young Buck paying back the $250,000 he owes to 50 Cent? Do you think the G-Unit signee will be able rebound fully after this? Does this signify the end of their ugly relationship npw that Fif has his money? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Young Buck and 50 Cent. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.
50 Cent is a watch connoisseur. He’s up there with JAY-Z in terms of impressive wrist wear collections. The rapper’s latest acquisition, however, has an additional sentimental value. 50 took to Instagram on August 6 to flex a brand new Rolex watch from Turbo Tourbillion. The Rolex is a sight to behold, with a custom design from New York jeweler Tajia Diamonds and a staggering price tag of $5 million. 50 Cent justified the cost, however, by noting that the Rolex is a tribute to his late grandfather.
The rapper revealed that a photo of his grandfather was actually printed on the face of the watch. “Our time here is limited,” he wrote in the caption. “I want to thank you in advance for not wasting mine.” It’s a touching tribute, and one that makes sense given how important 50 Cent’s grandparents were in his life. The rapper’s grandfather, Curtis Jackson, Jr., was a particularly huge influence on him. 50 told Now Afro Beats that Jackson, Jr. effectively raised him from a young age. “We were living on my grandfather’s income,” he recalled. “He was real old-fashioned. He is a representation of tradition for me.”
50 Cent credited Curtis Jackson, Sr. with shaping the way he perceived wealth and the value of hard work. “If you understand where you’re at financially, you make logical decisions versus if you didn’t have an understanding because he was handling things,” the rapper explained. “Then you could feel deprived. It could feel like there’s something else out there that you’re not experiencing.” It’s ironic, then, that the rapper would spend a whopping $5 million on a time piece as tribute, but the intention is undeniable.
A day after Jackson, Sr.’s passing, 50 Cent memorialized him on Instagram. He posted several photos of his grandfather, and thanked him for everything he did to provide. “My old man is [a] tuff act to follow, he sacrificed for all of us,” the rapper asserted. “He made me smile every time I saw him.” Jackson, Sr.’s wife Beulah, passed away from cancer in 2022. 50 was similarly effusive in his praise for his grandma, telling Big Issue that she was the person he loved the most. “None of them impacted like when my grandmother died,” he admitted. “She was the love of my life.”
There is no switch-up in YG’s game. Appearing on a stream with Adin Ross, YG revealed he still does not love Donald Trump.
“I think it’s still [fuck Donald Trump],” YG said. “I seen something a week or two weeks ago that Trump was trying to give immunity to police officers and I don’t understand how a human being can do that. I’m Black so I got a lot of homies and friends that been in police brutality situations where they ain’t really do nothing wrong.
“Police tripping out and n-ggas end up dead or fucked up in jail and all type of shit, and I feel like police should be responsible for their actions. But for Trump – he thinks different and I don’t fuck with that.”
YG said during Adin Ross’ stream that he still stands by his 2016 song “FDT (Fuck Donald Trump),” featuring Nipsey Hussle and called out Trump over his support for police immunity.pic.twitter.com/XQrsrvkrER
After shocking the world by walking out during the Republican National Convention to 50 Cent’s part real-life/part fable hit “Many Men” earlier this month, former President Donald Trump came on controversial internet personality Adin Ross’ stream to the assassination survival track.
In the beginning of the stream, Ross is seen setting up his camera in front a crowd of seated Trump supporters. Many Men can be heard in the background and a few seconds later, Trump is seen walking out from a hallway behind the soon to be cheering crowd.
On the livestream, Trump addresses a few topics, including Young Thug’s current RICO trial, to which Trump says he heard that he has been treated unfairly and comments, “He needs to be treated fairly.”
50 Cent has emerged victorious in a $1 billion lawsuit filed by an ex-drug kingpin who claimed the entertainment mogul stole his life story to create the hit series Power, All Hip Hop reports. The legal battle began in 2021 when Cory “Ghost” Holland filed a lawsuit against 50 Cent, Courtney Kemp, Starz, and Lionsgate. Furthermore, Holland asserted that the show’s character Ghost, played by Omari Hardwick, closely mirrored his own experiences. He also claimed that 50 and the show’s creators used his story without his consent for profit. However, the court has now ruled in favor of 50 Cent, dismissing all claims against him.
In 2021, Cory “Ghost” Holland initiated a billion-dollar lawsuit against 50 Cent, Courtney Kemp, Starz, and Lionsgate. Holland alleged that the character “Ghost” in the series Power unlawfully reflected his life without his consent. He detailed his life story in a 2007 CD titled Blasphemy, which he claimed to have sent to the father of series co-creator Courtney Kemp as a plea for help to exit the drug trade legitimately. Additionally, Holland accused 50 and the show’s creators of exploiting his story for profit without his permission.
Court’s Ruling On Defamation Claims
50 Cent denied all allegations. Judge Analisa Torres sided with 50 and dismissed the claims in each case. In the first case, it was decided that the character “Ghost” in the show Power did not directly refer to Holland, which is necessary for a defamation claim. Despite similarities in family structure, the court found these to be mere coincidences.
Holland’s second lawsuit accused 50 Cent of sending goons to harass and threaten him. He specifically alleged that 50 Cent showed up in his neighborhood with an entourage in a fleet of vans and SUVs, looking for a man named “Ghost.” In another incident, people associated with the rapper allegedly played a threatening song near his house, which Holland felt was an attempt to send a clear message to him. The legal battle took a treacherous turn when Holland threatened violence against 50 and his legal team. In a letter obtained by AllHipHop, Holland warned of potentially fatal consequences if 50 Cent or anyone associated with him confronted him again.
Dismissal Of Claims & Conclusion
Judge Torres dismissed the harassment claims against 50 Cent, citing that one of Holland’s claims was past the statute of limitations and that the assertion about the threatening song didn’t hold up in court. “There is no indication that this conduct constituted a threat, much less an ‘imminent threat of harmful contact’ as required for an assault claim,” Judge Torres explained. Holland’s third lawsuit claimed Lionsgate should pay $300 million for not controlling the G-Unit boss since the movie studio produces the Power franchise. However, the negligent supervision claim against Lionsgate and Starz was dismissed as Holland failed to demonstrate a duty of care owed to him by the companies. The cases have been closed, and judgment has been entered in favor of 50 Cent, bringing an end to the legal battle.
As you can imagine, 50 Cent didn’t hesitate to flaunt his victory online. Sharing a screenshot of a HotNewHipHop article to his Instagram page, he wrote, “Fool thought he was GHOST da fvck wrong wit these [ninja emoji]’s man LOL.” We’ll keep you posted on anymore updates surrounding 50 Cent and Power.
After shocking the world by walking out during the Republican National Convention to 50 Cent’s part real-life/part fable hit “Many Men” earlier this month, former President Donald Trump came on controversial internet personality Adin Ross’ stream to the assassination survival track.
In the beginning of the stream, Ross is seen setting up his camera in front a crowd of seated Trump supporters. Many Men can be heard in the background and a few seconds later, Trump is seen walking out from a hallway behind the soon to be cheering crowd.
On the livestream, Trump addresses a few topics, including Young Thug’s current RICO trial, to which Trump says he heard that he has been treated unfairly and comments, “He needs to be treated fairly.”
50 Cent’s reputation as hip-hop’s Teflon Don in the courtroom lives on. While the musician-turned-mogul is supposedly involved in several ongoing cases (allegedly including a defamation lawsuit against his youngest son’s mother), the weight from one massive legal matter has reportedly been removed from his back.
In the report, the outlet claimed that the preceding judge declared the similarities of the show’s characters and plot, Cory “Ghost” Holland argued were from his life, did not amount to anything beyond “mere coincidences.”
Yesterday (August 3), 50 Cent wasted no time boasting about the victory in court. On Instagram, 50 Cent posted a screenshot of HotNewHipHop‘s coverage captioned: “Fool thought he was GHOST da f*ck wrong with these n****s man LOL.”
50 Cent wasn’t the only party named in the lawsuit, originally filled in 2021. Power‘s co-creator Courtney Kemp, the Starz network, and Lionsgate were also named in the case. Although the likeness lawsuit has seemingly been dismissed, 50 Cent isn’t done fighting with Cory “Ghost” Holland in court.
Holland has also filed a $300 million lawsuit where he accused 50 Cent of intentionally inflicted emotional distress upon him and allegedly attempting to have him physically assaulted. Holland also claimed Lionsgate Entertainment didn’t make any effort to stop the harassment. This case is still pending.
The free channel, 50 Cent Action, is said to be an ad-supported offering of the company’s already plentiful film catalog including The Expendables, The Hitman’s Bodyguard, and Rambo. But if you’re a fan of 50 Cent’s television or film work in front of or behind the camera, you’re in luck. More than a dozen films in which he starred as well as the original Power series will be made available on the network.
In a statement, Jim Packer, Lionsgate’s president of worldwide television distribution, shared his excitement about the venture. “50 Cent’s movies and television series are synonymous with non-stop action,” he said. “And we’re thrilled to extend our longstanding partnership into the FAST space.”
50 Cent also spoke out regarding the venture to THR. “I’ll make sure the quality of everything is there,” he said. “The platform has to be able to fit my original material. Give me one year, and I’ll be ranked the highest FAST channel.”
Some would consider this to be a rather bold claim, but after he declared he was the only person from hip-hop culture to produce quality projects, the public shouldn’t expect anything milder from 50 Cent.