50 Cent Claims He Turned Down $3 Million to Perform at Trump Rally at Madison Square Garden

Mar. 15, 2025

50 Cent in New York City in May 2024.Photo:Theo Wargo/Getty

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In an interview withThe Breakfast Club, host DJ Envy asked 50 Cent, real name Curtis Jackson, if Trump offered the rapper money to endorse him. “I got a call," 50 Cent confirmed. “But they wanted me [for] Sunday.” The interview comes two days after Trump held arally at Madison Square Gardenin New York City on Oct. 27.

Envy then asks if 50 Cent was approached to perform “Many Men” at the Republican National Convention in July, days after Trump’s assassination attempt on July 13. The rapper said, “They offered $3 million,” and co-host Charlamagne Tha God chimed in to clarify that figure was offered for the Madison Square Garden rally. 50 Cent confirmed, and also said he was offered money for the Republican National Convention, although he did not disclose a number.

“I didn’t even go far… I didn’t talk to them about that kinda stuff. I’m afraid about politics,” the 49-year-old rapper admitted.

He clarified his stance on staying apolitical, saying, “It’s because when you do get involved in it, no matter how you feel, someonepassionatelydisagrees with you. That’s the formula for the confusion that sentKanye [West]to Japan. He said something about both of those things — and now he can only go to Japan.”

50 Cent was referring to West’s extreme political beliefs that led to him being banned from performing at certain venues in the United States, most notably theGrammysafter he allegedly posted a racial slur onTrevor Noah’s Instagram shortly before he was set to host the 2022 ceremony.

50 Cent in Atlanta, Georgia on Aug. 25, 2024.Paras Griffin/Getty

Paras Griffin/Getty

West’s last proper performance in the United States was on Dec. 10, 2023 at LIV Miami in the middle ofDJ Khaled’s set. The rapper, 47, also hosted listening parties in early 2024 forVultures, his collaborative album with Ty Dolla $ign. However, the “Runaway” rapper has beenstaying in Asiaafter performing several successfully sold-out concerts inChinain September.

50 Cent recently announced that he will ring in the New Year with his firstLas Vegas residency. The six-date residency will take place at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Dec. 27, 28, 30 and 31, as well as Jan. 3 and 4.

“I always bring the energy, and Las Vegas is the perfect spot to create an unforgettable experience for my fans,” the “In Da Club” rapper said in a statement.

source: people.com