Hip hop superstar 50 Cent is currently at the center of a media frenzy after pictures appeared of the rapper online looking emaciated after losing an incredible four stone in just nine weeks. The talented rap star famous for his slick rhymes, his cool rap songs and his even cooler rap & hip hop music videos then confirmed that the pictures were genuine and that he had lost the weight for his upcoming role in the movie Things Fall Apart.
But now a few months later 50 Cent looks more like his old self and has now put most of the weight back on.
50 Cent said: ‘I’ve been eating; I’ll be back in shape in no time.’ the handsome rap star said.
The talented rap superstar turned actor has also won praise from industry veterans like director Mario Van Peebles who has spoken highly of 50 Cent and praised his dedication to this craft.
Mario Van Peebles said: ‘50 was not at all what I expected.
Mario Van Peebles added: '50 is a really focused, bright, disciplined, affable cat. In terms of directing him, he’s a dream.’
This is one of the dramatic 50 Cent photos that appeared online:
And heres another one!
Hip hop star 50 Cent is also rumored to be working on a brand new album set to be released in 2011. Our sources tell us that he has been in the studio recently with hit producers Swizz Beatz and rap superstar Kanye West.
Look for a single to drop early next year with an album to follow.
Check out the cool 50 Cent music video for his smash hit song "Baby By Me" featuring R&B star Ne-Yo below.
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