50 Cent declines $3M offer from Trump to perform at MSG rally

50 Cent turns down $3M Trump rally offer stating "I do not like no part of politics."

Rapper and TV producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson recently turned down a $3 million offer to perform at former President Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden. Speaking on The Breakfast Club on Tuesday, 50 Cent shared details about the proposal, saying, "I got a call, they wanted me [for] Sunday…They offered me $3 million." Jackson also revealed he had previously declined an invitation to perform his song "Many Men (Wish Death)" at the Republican National Convention, underscoring his decision to stay away from politics and religion.

"I’m afraid of politics," Jackson explained on air, highlighting his preference for steering clear of controversial topics that invite strong opposing opinions. He added, "No matter how you feel, someone passionately disagrees with you." Jackson cited Kanye West’s political comments, saying that getting involved in these issues can lead to negative consequences, "…that sent Kanye [West] to Japan," he joked, referring to West’s decision to avoid public controversy.

The episode ended humorously as Jackson playfully reacted to the hosts connecting him with Vice President Kamala Harris, saying, "I thought we was cool?" before embracing them and ending the interview.

Jackson’s stance marks a deliberate choice to focus on his music and television career while avoiding the polarizing landscape of politics. The Hollywood Reporter noted that other public figures, such as Hulk Hogan and Dr. Phil, have appeared at recent Trump rallies, but Jackson remains committed to a neutral position.