Curtis James Jackson II, better known as 50 Cent, embodies the ultimate American success story—a man who transformed adversity into triumph. Born on July 6, 1975, in the gritty neighborhoods of South Jamaica, Queens, 50 Cent faced unimaginable hardships from an early age. When tragedy struck with the mysterious death of his mother, he was thrust into a life where survival was paramount. Raised by his grandparents yet deeply influenced by his environment, young Curtis soon found himself navigating a world steeped in danger and desperation.