Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson and Fox Entertainment have agreed on a non-exclusive multi-project broadcast direct deal. Variety reports that the hip-hop mogul and his production company, G-Unit Film and Television, came to an agreement that will include him producing scripted dramas, live-action comedies, and animated series. Fox will be responsible for broadcasting and producing these deliveries at its in-house Fox Entertainment Studios. It was reported that since the Fox pact is non-exclusive, he’s also free to shop his producing services elsewhere.
Michael Thorn, Fox Entertainment President, released a statement discussing how happy he is to have 50-Cent as part of the team. In the statement, he states, “Whether it’s music, film, or television, Curtis always delivers premium entertainment that captivates millions of fans across the globe. He is the rare multihyphenate with a deft hand at storytelling, no matter the format or medium, and we’re looking forward to developing new and exciting series for Fox with him and his team.”
Jackson took to Instagram to celebrate the deal, writing:
“How’s your day going, mine is going good. Happy Valentine’s Day GLG🚦GreenLightGang I don’t miss 🎯FOX 💣BOOM.”
Jackson ended his deal with Starz last September after not renewing his contract with the network. Several of his shows are still connected with the network including “Black Mafia Family” and “Power Universe”. These shows are not affected by Jackson’s exiting deal and he still remains the Executive Producer on these shows.
50-Cent has several other deals with different networks currently in the works. He is currently working with iHeart Media and Lionsgate Sound on a podcast called “Surviving El Chapo: The Twins Who Brought Down a Drug Lord”. He’s also working on a series called “Hip Hop Homicides” with WeTV. All of these new projects are under his production company, G-Unit Film & Television.
Well, we all can see that 50-Cent is definitely chasing the bag.
Congratulations Curtis! We can’t wait to see all of your upcoming projects!
