In a significant legal victory, rapper and co-creator of the hit TV show Power, 50 Cent, has triumphed in a $1 billion lawsuit filed by former drug kingpin Cory “Ghost” Holland Sr. Holland accused 50 Cent of stealing his life story for the show’s plot. True to his persona, 50 Cent didn’t miss the chance to humorously address the matter on social media.
On August 3, 50 Cent took to Instagram to celebrate his win. He posted a screenshot of a headline announcing his legal victory, accompanied by a typically cheeky caption: “Fool thought he was Ghost 😆 da fvck wrong wit these 🥷’s man 🤨 LOL.”
The lawsuit, filed by Holland in 2021, alleged that 50 Cent, along with *Power* co-creator Courtney Kemp, STARZ, and Lionsgate, appropriated his life story without permission. Holland claimed that he had shared his story with Kemp’s father in the early 1990s while trying to exit the drug trade. He also mentioned sending a CD in 2007, which contained an autobiographical song detailing his life as a drug lord, mirroring many plot points of Power.
Holland asserted that over 200 scenes in the show were based on his experiences. He described his lawsuit as not being a mere attempt to profit from the show’s success, but a genuine case of intellectual theft that caused him significant damage.
Judge Analisa Torres, however, ruled in favor of 50 Cent, stating that the show did not directly reference Holland. The court found no grounds for Holland’s claims, leading to the dismissal of the lawsuit.
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50 Cent’s lawyer, Joanna Hill, addressed the lawsuit by highlighting its lack of substantive claims. Hill noted, “Holland fails to state any claim upon which relief can be granted. More specifically, [Holland] fails to identify any defamatory statements made about him in connection with the fictional television series Power”
50 Cent, known for his lively social media presence, made light of the lawsuit’s outcome. His Instagram post garnered numerous reactions from fans and followers, many of whom celebrated his victory and praised his sense of humor. This legal win adds to 50 Cent’s reputation for not only succeeding in the entertainment industry but also effectively handling legal battles.
As 50 Cent continues to expand his ventures in music, television, and beyond, this legal win marks another milestone in his multifaceted career. The rapper’s ability to navigate and prevail in complex legal situations further solidifies his standing as a formidable figure in the entertainment industry.
