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Starz’s ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ First Trailer Previews The Ruthless Drug Lord’s Introduction To Street Life
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Starz / Power Book III: Raising Kanan The Powerverse (yes, it’s a thing) is set to expand this July. Starz has just delivered the first trailer for Power Book III: Raising Kanan. The show described as a “sprawling family drama,” takes place in Queens in the early 90s serves also serves as a coming-of-age story detailing how Power’s boogeyman and Ghost and Tommy’s mentor Kanan (Mekai Curtis) became ruthless drug lord we loved and hated leading up to his death in season 8 of the Starz hit drama. Here is the official synopsis per Starz: Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, “Raising Kanan” is a prequel to the original “Power” franchise. It is a sprawling family drama that revolves around the coming of age of Kanan Stark, Ghost and Tommy’s mentor, partner, a...
50 Cent’s Girlfriend Cuban Link Apologizes To Vivica Fox After Throwing Shade
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Eugene Gologursky / Getty One of the most infamous short-lived celebrity relationships has once again become a hot topic. So hot 50 Cent’s girlfriend has offered an apology to Vivica Fox. As spotted on Madam Noire, the Set It Off actress recently sat down with DJ Vlad for an interview. While she discussed her career, some of her most memorable roles, and the challenges that come with being a Black woman in Hollywood, one specific portion of the sit-down quickly went viral. When asked about her very quick liaison with Curtis back in 2003, she revealed that he was the love of her life. “The love that I had for him, and still to this day, will always—he was the love of my life. I will admit that without any reservations. He will always have a speci...
50 Cent Hints He Is Ready To Ditch Starz After Claiming The Network Was Upset With Him
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz83 It looks like 50 Cent is eager to take his talents to a new network. 50 Cent is notorious for his “issues” with Starz, the network that is the home to his hit show Power and universe of spinoffs. It seems the relationship between them has finally run its course. The latest fallout between the two entities stems from Hip-Hop mogul being too eager to share casting news. The G-Unit general revealed that Patina Miller would be joining the cast of Power Book III: Raising Kanan. Starz was not too thrilled that he shared that information, despite the series being partly created by the rapper. 50 Cent wasn’t shy about sharing his grief with the network, hinting that he is ready to move on from Starz writing on Instagram, “STARZ i...
Court Docs Reveal 50 Cent Is Ready To Seize Teairra Mari’s Assets Over Unpaid Legal Fees
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz83 Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson is a very petty man, so this news isn’t surprising at all. Those who didn’t know, 50 Cent and musician/Reality-TV star Teairra Mari have been engaged in an ongoing legal battle. Documents obtained by Radar Online indicate the “I Get Money” rapper, and his legal team is ready to start seizing Mari’s assets because she has not paid back the $30,000 plus interest in legal fees that she was ordered to by the court. In 2018, Mari filed a revenge porn lawsuit against 50 Cent and her ex-boyfriend Akbar Abdul-Ahad after Abdul-Ahad shared an explicit video featuring her on social media that the Queen’s rapper later reposted; with the caption “get the strap.” During the trial, 50 Cent argued that the ...
Floyd Mayweather and Jake Paul Get Into Physical Altercation At Press Conference
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Cliff Hawkins / Getty It appears that things between Floyd Mayweather and the brother of upcoming boxing opponent, Jake Paul, have gotten extremely heated. According to published reports, Mayweather was at a Miami press conference promoting a June 6 fight at Hard Rock Stadium in Florida with Paul’s also-controversial older brother Logan Paul, when the contentious YouTuber grabbed the boxing legend’s hat and taunted him in a playground-Esque manner by saying, “Gotcha hat!” After Mayweather vowed to knock out Logan in their upcoming match, he called both Logan and Jake, who was watching from the crowd, “two fake fighters.” Logan struck back by saying “the only thing that’s fake on this stage is Floyd’s hairline,” according to TMZ. Both brothers also mocked ...
Discovery+ Greenlights 50 Cent’s ‘Confessions Of A Crime Queen’ Drama Series
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz 50 Cent continues to expand his reach within Hollywood. He has found a home for his new Confessions Of A Crime Queen project. As spotted on Deadline the G-Unit boss just secured another bag and more importantly another point of distribution for his gritty content. The trade publication confirmed that Curtis and his staff have locked in Discovery+ as the network for his upcoming crime drama. This new show is billed as a “first-of-its-kind anthology series that brings to life riveting, headline-making stories by combining documentary and scripted genres. Each season will focus on the true story of one larger-than-life woman who created and led a multi-million-dollar criminal empire before a dramatic fall from power.” Nat...
50 Cent Shockingly Shrugs Off Diddy Dating His Ex
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: WENN.com / WENN If you don’t know 50 Cent for much more than his slick takes on everyone else’s business, you’ll be floored to find that he had no jabs for Diddy. It was late last week when the news broke that Puff had been all over Miami entertaining 50 Cent’s ex-lady, 34-year-old Daphne Joy. In fact, things are even more interesting once we take into account that Fif and Joy weren’t just hanging out back then—they dated in 2011 and a year later, they had a child together, a son named Sire. Then a year after that, 50 was charged with domestic violence after reportedly tossing her bedroom and kicking her during an altercation. He pleded guilty to the vandalism charge and received three years probation as a sentence. So as online spectators licked their ch...
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‘Power Book II: Ghost’ Wins Multiple nAACP Image Awards, 50 Cent Thanks NAACP [Video]
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz 50 Cent continues to flourish in Hollywood. His television project scored some major wins over the weekend. As spotted on Hot New Hip Hop the Queens native and his hit series are adding some more hardware to the mantle. Last week Power Book II: Ghost won three categories at the 52nd NAACP Image Awards. The show took home the trophy for Outstanding Drama Series. Additionally Mary J. Blige secured the win for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role as Monet Stewart Tejada, queen pin of the Tejada drug cartel. Also Method Man won Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. Fofty took to social media to show his appreciation regarding the announcement. “I’d like to thank the NAACP for recognizing ...
Starz Casts Snoop Dogg, LaLa Anthony & Serayah For ‘Black Mafia Family’ Series
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: WENN.com / WENN The on screen story of BMF just got more appealing. 50 Cent and crew have signed on some heavy hitters to the roster. As spotted on Deadline the Starz Network has announced some very notable additions to the upcoming Black Mafia Family series. According to a formal press release Snoop Dogg will have a reoccurring role as a spiritual advisor to the Flenory family. “Pastor Swift” is a man of The Word, with the aura of an ex-con. The Pastor believes in the power of the Lord, and does his best to keep Meech and Terry in good graces. But Pastor Swift eventually ingratiates himself into every part of the Flenory’s life, including helping find a lawyer, and becoming a confidante. Also joining the project is LaLa Anthony as “Markaisha Taylor,...
Kid Cudi Tapped To Star In and Produce New Horror Thriller ‘X’
Source: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Getty Kid Cudi is making moves and this time it’s back to silver the screen. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the “Pursuit of Happiness” MC will star in the upcoming film, X, written and directed by horror guru Ti West. The details surrounding the plot are currently limited, but the details available to the public reveals that the premise is based on the making of an adult film, noting that production will soon begin in New Zealand. While the information regarding the project is scarce, Kid Cudi took to Instagram to announce his involvement in the project writing that the opportunities that are coming forward are just a glimpse of the plans he has for his life and career. “From here on out you will see Mr glow in everything I do,” Kid Cudi wrote in the fo...
50 Cent, The Migos & More Party In Tampa Like COVID-19 Doesn’t Exist During Super Bowl Weekend
Source: Marcus Ingram / Getty In case y’all have forgotten, COVID-19 is still here and getting even scarier in some cases. That didn’t stop your favorite celebs/rappers from heading to Tampa to party the night away. COVID-19 is still a problem, but you didn’t see any indication of that in Florida over the weekend. Celebrities and fans flocked to the state that is the official home heada** behavior to partake in festivities that usually accompany the Super Bowl. Now, during normal circumstances, when the country isn’t in the middle of a pandemic, that’s very understandable, BUT, being that the coronavirus is still spreading uncontrollably, partying should be the last thing on people’s minds. Unfortunately, Black celebrities like 50 Cent, Tory Lanez, French Montana, and Hip-Hop trio the Migo...
Kid Cudi Is Working On A Television Series With 50 Cent
Source: Jeff Kravitz / Getty Kid Cudi continues to evolve his brand in and out of the board room. The “Make Her Say” rapper has announced that he and 50 Cent are working on a project together. As spotted on Hypebeast the two rappers have linked behind the scenes. On Saturday, January 30 the Cleveland, Ohio native took to social media to share the news regarding the two partnering up. “Had a call w 50 Cent last week about cookin up a show together. Big things happening!! Ill keep u posted. 50 is one of my favorite emcees and hes also a really great guy w a good heart.” he wrote. That day happened to also be his birthday which added to his excitement. Had a call w 50 Cent last week about cookin up a show together. Big things happening!! Ill keep u posted. 50 is one of my favorite ...
