Curtis James Jackson III was born on July 6, 1975, in Queens, New York. His mother, Sabrina, a heroin dealer, reared him in the South Jamaica neighbourhood. Jackson was just eight years old when she died. His grandmother then reared 50 Cent. He started peddling drugs after school when he was 12 years old. He was jailed in 10th grade after being detected by metal detectors at his high school attempting to smuggle in firearms and drug money. In 1994, he was arrested again for selling cocaine to an undercover police officer, and a police search of his residence turned up heroin, crack cocaine, and a firearm. He completed his GED after six months in boot camp.

Personal Life

50 Cent has a son from a previous relationship with Shaniqua Tompkins. Marquise Jackson was born in the month of October 1996. Later, Tompkins sued Jackson for $50 million, but the case was dismissed. They’ve had several feuds on social media. In 2005, 50 backed President George W. Bush when fellow rapper Kanye West chastised him for his poor reaction to the Hurricane Katrina crisis. Later, Jackson backed Barack Obama in 2008 and Hillary Clinton in 2016. Despite the themes of many of his songs, Jackson does not use drugs or drink alcohol.

In May 2016, while going through Cincinnati International Airport, Jackson harassed and insulted a caretaker by accusing him of being under the influence. The caretaker was revealed to be an autistic and hearing-impaired adolescent. The video went viral, and the teenager’s parents sought to sue 50 Cent. They settled for 50 Cent’s $100,000 gift to Autism Speaks and an apology.

50 Cent purchased a 17-acre property in Connecticut in 2003, which includes a 50,000-square-foot mansion with 37 bathrooms, 21 bedrooms, a gym, a casino, and a nightclub. He purchased the house from a bank that had recently evicted the former owner, Mike Tyson. 50 Cent paid $4.1 million for the home and then spent another $6 million on renovations such as a private movie theatre, infinity pool, and helicopter pad. We learnt from 50’s attorneys during his bankruptcy hearings that the mansion normally costs roughly $72,000 per month to upkeep and finance. His utilities alone cost $18,000 a month.

50 sought unsuccessfully to sell the mansion in 2007 for $18.5 million. He has been attempting to sell the house ever since, with little result. In September 2018, he reduced the price to $4.995 million, but there were no takers. He ultimately sold the house in April 2019 for $2.9 million, an 84% decrease from his original offer price and a $1.2 million loss compared to the purchase price alone.

Career

Jackson rose to prominence after releasing the controversial underground rap tune “How To Rob.” He was about to release “Thug Love,” a song with Destiny’s Child when he was shot and hospitalised in May 2000. A shooter had struck him outside his grandmother’s home in Queens. An assailant (allegedly Darryl Baum, Mike Tyson’s bodyguard) fired nine rounds, striking 50 Cent in the hand, arm, hip, both legs, chest, and left cheek.

Three weeks later, the assailant was dead. 50 Cent was hospitalised for 13 days and inked a publishing contract with Columbia Records at that time. However, he was dismissed by Columbia after attempting to release the song “Ghetto Qu’ran.” He was also banned by the recording business in the United States as a whole, so he travelled to Canada to record songs for mixtapes in order to gain recognition. He released the mixtape “Guess Who’s Back?” in 2002.

Eminem found Jackson in 2002. Eminem was so taken by “Guess Who’s Back?” that he asked Jackson to visit Dr Dre in Los Angeles. 50 Cent secured a record deal for $1 million and released “No Mercy, No Fear.” The soundtrack to Eminem’s film “8 Mile” included a song by 50 Cent. 50 Cent shot to fame in 2003 with his debut album “Get Rich or Die Trying.” It debuted at the top of the Billboard charts and sold almost a million copies in the first four days. In just one week, the first single, “In Da Club,” became the most-played song on the radio ever. Interscope soon granted 50 his own label, G-Unit Records.

In March 2005, Jackson released his next album, “The Massacre.” It was another smash hit, selling 1.14 million copies in its first four days and remaining at the top of the Billboard charts for six weeks. In 2007, his third album, “Curtis,” debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200. The fourth album, “Before I Self Destruct,” was released in November 2009. Disagreements with his record company forced him to postpone the release of his fifth album, “Street King Immortal,” until November 2012. His studio albums have sold over 21 million sales to date.

In his very brief career, 50 Cent has formed the record label G-Unit Records, developed the G-Unit clothing line, and even appeared in multiple films with giants such as Al Pacino and Robert Deniro. In 2012, he founded The Money Team, a boxing marketing organisation. The Wall Street Journal reported on July 13, 2015, that 50 Cent has filed for Chapter 11 personal bankruptcy protection. The bankruptcy was filed in the United States Bankruptcy Court in Hartford, Connecticut, because 50 is a Connecticut resident. 50 was residing at Mike Tyson’s former house at 50 Poplar Hill Dr, Farmington, CT 06032 at the time of the filing. In the form, 50 Cent listed assets worth between $10 million and $50 million. He claimed to have debts totalling the same amount.

The lawsuit came only days after a jury awarded $5 million to Rick Ross’ ex-girlfriend, Lavonia Leviston, for purposefully leaking a sex tape in which she appeared. The judgement included $2.5 million for the unauthorised use of her picture and an additional $2.5 million for emotional damage. In that case, the court also directed Mr Jackson to present documentation of income and wealth so that the jury might calculate further punitive damages. The $5 million judgement came roughly a year after a separate court ordered 50 to pay $17.5 million in damages in a trademark infringement lawsuit involving a former headphone firm partner. Before punitive damages were assessed in the sex video case, he faced a potential legal judgement of $22.5 million.

50 Cent’s most clever financial venture was a minority ownership in Vitamin Water in exchange for becoming their celebrity representative and donating his name to the “Formula 50” drink. Coca-Cola paid $4.1 billion to Glacéau, the developer of Vitamin Water, in 2007. It is widely assumed that 50 Cent made nearly ten times as much money from the Vitamin Water sale as he did from his music career up to that moment. 50’s original stock interest in Vitamin Water was said to be 10%, resulting in a $410 million pre-tax gain. This figure was widely rejected by investment bankers acquainted with the transaction, who later revealed that the 50’s share was closer to 2.5%. With a 2.5% share, 50 Cent would have made $100-$150 million from the sale (before taxes).

It was rumoured (but not verified) in July 2017 that 50 had sold his minority ownership in Effen Vodka for $60 million. 50 Cent confirmed the transaction on Instagram but did not confirm the $60 million figure, which can be traced back to DJ Envy on The Breakfast Club radio show. Envy published the figure but provided no source or proof. It’s conceivable that the figure originated from 50, which would be fascinating to know and might indicate that it’s true, but it could also be an exaggeration. We are now awaiting more formal sources of verification, thus the figure has not yet been incorporated into 50’s net worth, which is displayed above.

In October 2018, 50 Cent agreed to a four-year overall contract with Starz, the cable network that would air his drama series “Power.” If all goals are met, the arrangement, which includes a three-series commitment, may be worth $150 million in total.

Net Worth

50 Cent is a $40 million net-worth American rapper, producer, actor, and entrepreneur. His breakthrough album “Get Rich or Die Tryin'” rocketed him to international recognition in the early 2000s, hitting platinum many times and generating singles such as “In Da Club.” His subsequent albums, notably “The Massacre,” were similarly well-received. 50 Cent is well-known for its unusual style, which combines angry lyrics with catchy songs. He has sold millions of CDs worldwide.

His effect, however, extends beyond music. He has achieved considerable business advances, most notably through his investment in Vitamin Water, which resulted in a large payoff when the company was sold to Coca-Cola. Furthermore, 50 Cent has successfully transitioned into cinema and television as an actor and producer. His semi-autobiographical TV show “Power” was a smash sensation, generating a slew of spin-offs.

50 Cent has made at least $200-300 million from his numerous endeavours, including selling songs, touring, and multiple brand collaboration deals. Unfortunately, he has also overspent (particularly on real estate, automobiles, and lawsuits), prompting him to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in July 2015. There’s a lot more on the file later in this story. Before his bankruptcy, 50 Cent’s worth surpassed $100 million.

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John Felix Anthony Cena Jr. was born in West Newbury, Massachusetts, on April 23, 1977. Cena is one of John and Carol Cena’s five sons (Stephen, John, Dan, Matt, and Sean). He matriculated from the exclusive prep boarding school Cushing Academy and attended Springfield College in Massachusetts, where he played football. He earned a bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology in 1998. Cena pursued a bodybuilding career while still working as a limo driver to make ends meet.

Personal Life

From 2009 to 2012, John was married to Elizabeth Huberdeau. Later that year, he began dating WWE superstar Nikki Bella. In 2017, he proposed to Nikki during WrestleMania 33. Unfortunately, their romance ended a year later, a month before their wedding. Cena has stated on multiple occasions that he does not want to have children because he does not want to be an absentee dad while pursuing his job, and he has had a vasectomy. John Cena enjoys collecting unique and custom-made automobiles. He has over 20 vehicles, including a 1964 Oldsmobile Cutlass Rallye 350 and a 2006 Rolls Royce Phantom.

Cena has given the most wishes in Make-A-Wish Foundation history, with over 500 granted to youngsters with life-threatening diseases. Cena wore a black “Rise Above Hate” T-shirt promoting WWE’s “Be a Star” anti-bullying initiative from late 2011 until WrestleMania XXVIII. Cena donned pink and black with the tagline “Rise Above Cancer” throughout September and October 2012 as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in collaboration with Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Cena starred in “We Are America,” a public service message sponsored by the Ad Council as part of its “Love Has No Labels” campaign, in November 2016.

John lives in Nature’s Reserve, a private, gated neighbourhood in Land O’ Lakes, Florida, about 20 miles north of Tampa. In January 2005, he paid $525,000 for the 3,704-square-foot house. Since he bought it, the mansion has undergone various improvements. Cena also has a property in San Diego’s Mission Hills neighbourhood. The colonial-style home has a swimming pool with an infinity edge, a hot tub, a full outdoor cooking area, and a fireplace within a gazebo with cosy outdoor seating in the backyard.

Career

Cena enrolled on Rick Bassman’s Ultimate Pro-Wrestling (UPW) programme in California in 1999. In April 2000, he was the UPW Heavyweight Champion. Cena made his WWF debut in a SmackDown bout in October 2000, which he lost. In January 2001, the WWF granted Cena another shot at a SmackDown taping; this time, Cena won and signed a developmental deal with the WWF. Cena was sent to the WWF’s Ohio Valley Wrestling division. Cena tried out for the main WWF roster four times in 2001. This pattern persisted through 2002. His rapping and trash-talking made him a popular favourite. Cena won the WWE Championship in 2004. Cena went on to become the face of WWE for the following ten years.

As of this writing, Cena has closed off WWE’s flagship event WrestleMania five times in a row. He has won 16 world titles, five US titles, and four world tag team titles. Peers Kurt Angle and John ‘Bradshaw’ Layfield, as well as veteran industry icon Paul Heyman, have called Cena the best professional wrestler of all time.

Almost immediately after signing with WWE, John began pursuing an acting career. He made his cinematic debut in the 2000 picture “Ready to Rumble.” He starred in the 2006 film “The Marine,” which made $30 million on a $15 million budget. Over the next decade, he continued to star in films. By 2018, he had established himself as a box-office success. Other notable films include the 2015 film “Trainwreck,” the 2017 film “Daddy’s Home 2,” the 2018 film “Blockers,” and the 2019 feature “Playing with Fire.” In 2020, he played the Arctic bear Yoshi in the film “Dolittle.”

Net Worth

John Cena has an estimated net worth of $80 million as an American professional wrestler, bodybuilder, rapper, and actor. John Cena rose to prominence as a WWE professional wrestler. He has subsequently evolved into an A-list actor and television host. He is also the current presenter of Nickelodeon’s Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? and has been in several films and television programmes.

Facts

LeBron James was born in Akron, Ohio on December 30, 1984. When LeBron was a baby, his mother got him a small hoop and basketball, which he spent hours playing with. Basketball quickly became LeBron’s life, and when he was old enough to play for his primary school, he excelled on the floor right away. LeBron went to St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, where as a sophomore, he became the youngest individual ever to be named to the USA Today All-USA first team.

He was voted the Gatorade National Player of the Year in his junior year. Around this period, he earned the moniker “King James.” Even while still in high school, James began to appear on the covers of “SLAM” magazine and Sports Illustrated. Everyone knew LeBron James was going to be an NBA great.

The Cleveland Cavaliers selected LeBron James as the first overall choice in the 2003 NBA Draught. He was the youngest player ever to score 40 points in a single game during his rookie season, as well as the youngest player ever to be named Rookie of the Year. He has also played on the United States Olympic basketball team, where he earned bronze and gold medals in the 2004 and 2008 Olympics, respectively. LeBron James and the Miami Heat won the NBA title in 2012 and 2013. He was also named series MVP in both.

Personal Life

James and his high school girlfriend Savannah Brinson have three children. The James family lived in Coconut Grove, Miami, in a home overlooking Biscayne Bay. In November 2010, he paid $9 million for the house. LeBron listed this property for sale in October 2014 for $17 million. In August 2015, he finally took $13.4 million. LeBron James paid $21 million for a 9,350-square-foot property in Los Angeles’ Brentwood neighbourhood in November 2015. It was the highest price paid for a property in the neighbourhood at the time. He tried to sell this house for over a year but eventually accepted a modest loss when he sold it for $19.6 million in September 2021.

LeBron spent $23 million for a new house in Brentwood in November 2017. LeBron James spent $36.8 million on a Beverly Hills house in September 2020. LeBron has one of the most costly residences in the Cleveland region. Bath Township is the location. The mansion, which LeBron had custom constructed, is appraised by Ohio tax authorities at $9.5 million. It contains 30,000 square feet of living area and 20 total rooms. He purchased the property when he was 18 years old, shortly after entering the NBA.

Investments

While it is LeBron’s ultimate desire to buy an NBA franchise, he will have to make do with owning a football team in the interim. In 2011, LeBron agreed to buy a 2% investment in Liverpool Football Club from the club’s principal owners, the Fenway Sports Group (the Red Sox). In the years after the agreement, Liverpool has won the UEFA Champions League and grown to be worth $2 billion. LeBron’s investment is estimated to be worth at least $40 million.

SpringHill Entertainment was founded by LeBron James and his business partner Maverick Carter. The studio has created films, documentaries, and television programmes.

LeBron James chose to invest in a pizza business named Blaze Pizza in 2012. He was under contract with McDonald’s at the time. LeBron turned down a $15 million contract offer from McDonald’s in 2017 to go all-in with Blaze Pizza. He owns at least 21 Blaze pizza franchises as of this writing, and the firm is one of the fastest-growing restaurant chains of all time. At the company’s most recent value, LeBron’s stock holding is worth $40 million.

Career

LeBron James made more than $126 million in salary alone during his first ten seasons in the NBA. LeBron made an estimated $326 million in endorsements during the same time period. That’s $452 million from his first ten years as a pro. The Lakers inked LeBron James to a two-year, $85 million contract deal. LeBron will have made $428 million in NBA pay by the time his deal expires in 2023. LeBron has made slightly more than $800 million through contracts and endorsements during his career (before taxes and costs), as of this writing.

McDonalds, Microsoft, State Farm, Beats by Dre, Coca-Cola, Dunkin-Donuts, Baskin-Robbins, Samsung, Nike, and more firms have signed sponsorship deals with LeBron. LeBron owned 1% of Beats by Dre in addition to promoting the brand. During his time as a spokesperson, he received $1 million in royalties. When the firm was sold to Apple for $3 billion, LeBron received a $30 million piece.

LeBron signed his first Nike endorsement agreement when he was 18 years old. The contract was for $90 million over seven years, or $12.8 million each year. He was really offered $115 million to join Reebok. LeBron now makes $20 million per year from Nike in salary and royalties from his signature shoe brand. LeBron inked a lifetime endorsement agreement with Nike in December 2015, which may be worth more than $1 billion in the end. It is the first-lifetime contract provided by Nike and reportedly the largest in the company’s history.

As most people are aware, LeBron bypassed college and entered the NBA lottery as the first overall choice in 2003 by his local team, the Cleveland Cavaliers. His first deal was for $18.8 million over four years. Before the 2007-2008 season, he signed a three-year, $60 million agreement with the Cavs, increasing his yearly compensation from $5.8 million to $13 million, $14.4 million, and finally $15.8 million for the 2009-2010 season. LeBron notoriously revealed his plan to leave Cleveland for Miami in a televised special called “The Decision” prior to the 2011 season. While he would be mocked for years for the allegedly haughty television special, “The Decision” earned around $6 million for charity.

When LeBron went to Miami, he agreed to a six-year contract at $110 million less than the market cost. He did this because he (correctly) anticipated he and Chris Bosh would win the NBA Championship in Miami. In his first season with the Heat, he earned $1.2 million LESS than he did in Miami.

LeBron James returns to Cleveland prior of the 2014-2015 season after four seasons with the Miami Heat. During his time in Cleveland, LeBron purposefully signed one-year contracts in order to maximise his earnings potential each season as the NBA pay cap increased. LeBron inked a three-year, $100 million contract with the Cavaliers in 2016, coming off winning the NBA title. He made $23 million in the first year. He earned $30.963 million in his second year, making him the highest-paid player in the league for the first time in his career. He earned a league-leading $33.285 million in the third year of his contract.

LeBron James signed a four-year, $153 million contract with the Lakers ahead of the 2018-19 season, with an average yearly salary of $38 million. LeBron and the Lakers announced a two-year, $85 million contract extension in November 2020, keeping him with the franchise until 2023. That equates to a base NBA salary of $42.5 million per year.

In the following decade, but more on that later. Before he can become a billionaire, LeBron must first join the billion-dollar athlete club. Michael Schumacher ($1 billion), Floyd Mayweather ($1.1 billion), Jack Nicklaus ($1.15 billion), Arnold Palmer ($1.35 billion), Tiger Woods ($1.65 billion), and Michael Jordan ($1.9 billion) are the current members of that club. When his new contract and forthcoming sponsorships are factored in, LeBron’s career earnings will certainly exceed $100 million per year over his four years in Los Angeles. Maybe closer to $110 million or $120 million. Even at the $100 million threshold, LeBron James will have earned $1 billion in his career by the fourth year of his contract.

Net Worth

LeBron James is a $600 million net-worth American professional basketball player and entrepreneur. After lighting up the high school basketball world, LeBron bypassed college and was picked first overall by his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2003 NBA draught. From 2003 through 2010, LeBron James was a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers. He subsequently “took his talents” to Miami, where he played from 2010 until 2014. He guided the Heat to two NBA titles, in 2012 and 2013. From 2014 to 2018, he was a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he won a championship in 2016. He joined the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. In 2020, he won a title with LA.

As of this writing, he is the sixth-highest-paid player in the NBA based only on salary. His basic compensation is $41.1 million per year. LeBron James surpassed Kareem Abdul Jabbar to become the NBA’s all-time top scorer on February 7, 2023. Outside of athletics, LeBron is one of the world’s highest-paid and most powerful celebrities. In sponsorships, he makes more than $60-90 million each year and has a $1 billion lifetime contract with Nike. He has turned his celebrity and fortune into a veritable economic empire, investing in a number of enterprises. He owns a stake in Liverpool F.C.

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