50 Cent

American Rapper • 49 years old • Cancer

3 relationships

1 child

Curtis James Jackson III – better known as 50 Cent – didn’t just arrive on the hip-hop scene; he exploded onto it. Born and raised in South Jamaica, Queens, 50 Cent’s life had more plot twists before his debut album, “Get Rich or Die Tryin’,” than most people see in a lifetime. From running the streets to surviving being shot nine times in 2000, he’s always worn his scars with an air of invincibility – turning personal battles into the backbone of his music and mythology.

It was his relentless drive that eventually caught the eyes and ears of Eminem and Dr. Dre, who saw the raw authenticity behind the bulletproof image. They helped launch his career into the stratosphere, but music was only the beginning. Over the years, 50 Cent’s business sense has proven nearly as sharp as his lyrics. He’s produced hit TV shows like “Power,” jumped into films, and made headlines in the boardroom – his early stake in Vitamin Water famously paid off big when Coca-Cola bought the brand.

Yet, for all the headlines about albums, deals, and beefs, the man behind the bravado is more complex, especially when it comes to matters of the heart.

Behind the Public Persona

If 50 Cent’s professional life has been lived in public, his personal and romantic life has moved more in the shadows – sometimes for good reason. His earliest relationships were low-key, but as fame grew, so did the attention. In recent years, he’s seemed more willing to share, though always controlling the narrative.

Right now, he’s dating Jamira “Cuban Link” Haines, a model with ambitions of her own. They’ve been together since the summer of 2019, after meeting at a party. Scroll through her Instagram and you’ll spot the occasional glimpse – dinner photos, vacation snaps, candid moments – but never anything too intimate. Compared to some of his past flings, this relationship feels steady and drama-free, at least from the outside looking in.

Throughout his career, 50 has gravitated toward women who understand the circus of celebrity. Maybe it’s practical, maybe it’s just chemistry. Here are a few of his more notable relationships:

– Daphne Joy (2011-2012): They weren’t together long, but they share a son, Sire, born in 2012. They’ve managed a workable co-parenting relationship, which is no small feat in Hollywood.
– Vivica A. Fox (2003): This one made the tabloids – a short but explosive romance that left hard feelings lingering for years.
– Ciara (2007): Rumors connected them after their collaboration on “Can’t Leave ‘Em Alone.” They kept it vague, fueling even more speculation.
– Nikki Nicole (2018-2019): Their brief relationship got some attention, but didn’t leave much of a trace beyond the gossip columns.

Candid moments from 50 Cent are rare, but in a 2020 interview he admitted, “It’s complicated when you’re this visible. Finding someone who wants you for you and not your status – that’s the real challenge.” It’s a surprisingly honest admission from someone famous for keeping his guard up.

Unlike many stars, 50 Cent isn’t typically one for blow-out post-breakup drama. He’s been known to toss a little playful shade (his Instagram is legendary for the occasional roast), but he usually moves on with a level of dignity – and maybe a smirk.

The evolution in his love life mirrors his own. The kid from Queens who once wrapped his whole world in barbed wire now seems – occasionally – willing to show what’s real behind the shield, at least on his terms. As much as his music, that willingness to loosen up, if only a little, keeps fans interested in not just 50 Cent the mogul, but also Curtis Jackson the man.