During his appearance on The Tonight Show, the Queens legend discussed his latest executive-producing venture, the UK-based series “Fightland,” but the conversation quickly shifted to his real ambition.
The man who’s spent decades perfecting the art of trolling Ja Rule, Diddy, and Rick Ross knows exactly how to work a room and keep people entertained. 50 Cent’s sense of humor has become legendary in Hip-Hop circles, from buying out front rows at Ja Rule’s concerts to challenging Floyd Mayweather to read Harry Potter for charity. He’s been mastering the craft of strategic comedy and public entertainment since his “How to Rob” single in 1999, and now he’s ready to take it to television.
“Fightland,” which premiered July 31, marks 50 Cent’s first UK-based show and features mostly British actors in a gritty family crime drama centered around boxing. Jackson’s producing empire continues to expand beyond “Fightland,” with the “Power Universe” spanning multiple networks and award-winning documentaries. His willingness to explore new genres and international markets while maintaining his commitment to his hometown shows a mogul who’s constantly evolving.