50 Cent has been honored with his own day in Shreveport, Louisiana after opening his G-Unit Film & TV Studios in the city.
50 was also presented with a ceremonial key to the city by Mayor Tom Arceneaux during a ceremony on Thursday (April 18).
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At the event, which took place in front of fans, 50 said: “Ladies, gentlemen, Mayor Tom Arceneaux and the wonderful people of Shreveport, it is an honor for me to stand before you here today.
“As someone who’s always believed in the transformative power of music, film and television, I’m really excited to show you the expansion of film and television through G-Unit Studios right here in Shreveport.”
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The Power mogul also praised the mayor on Instagram, writing: “Mayor Tom Arceneaux really cares about people, I talked to him today I was really impressed with his energy. I usually be like wait a minute, when politicians are involved but I think he is a whole good guy. WTF.”
50 Cent even found time to take a shot at Diddy after posting a picture from the event where a woman can be seen holding up a sign saying: “Ratchet City but no Diddy.”
Last year, 50 Cent took out a 30-year lease on the movie studio as a base of operations for his burgeoning film and TV production company.
This revitalization of the studio is expected to have a positive effect on job creation, attracting talent to the area and contributing to the overall economic resurgence of Shreveport.
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The studio officially opened on Thursday, with 50 posting pictures on Instagram of the rejuvenated studio, which is complete with G-Unit branding.
It’s reportedly the second biggest Black-owned production studio in the world.
Talking about the opening of the studio to Billboard, the rapper and actor said: “As someone who has always believed in the transformative power of music, film, and television, I’m beyond excited to introduce the expansion of my G-Unit Film & Television through the launch of G-Unit Studios right here in Shreveport.
“From the gritty narratives of the streets to the compelling stories that define our era, G-Unit has always been more than just entertainment; it’s a platform for voices that need to be heard, stories that need to be told.”
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He added: “Bringing G-Unit Studios to Shreveport is not just a business decision; it’s a commitment to fostering talent, creating opportunities, and building a community that thrives through creativity and innovation. We see Shreveport as a beacon of inspiration and creativity.”
Currently, 50 has several shows on the STARZ network, including BMF, Raising Kanan, Force, and Ghost.
