Curtis James Jackson III, known professionally as 50 Cent, is an American rapper, actor, television producer, record executive, and businessman. Born in Queens, a borough of New York City, Jackson began pursuing a musical career in 1996. In 1999β2000, he recorded his debut album, Power of the Dollar, for Columbia Records. During a shooting in May 2000, he was struck by nine bullets, causing its release to be canceled and Jackson to be dropped from the label. His 2002 mixtape Guess Who's Back? was discovered by Detroit rapper Eminem, who signed Jackson to his label Shady Records that year.
50 Cent, American rapper and actor
On July 6, in the year 1975, 50 Cent, American rapper and actor. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of July 6, a notable event in this corner of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including 50 Cent. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on July 6, 1975 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 19 June 2026.
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