Madonna- 50 Cent controversy: Everything you may need to know

Madonna and 50 Cent are feuding once again, after being at odds for years. By mocking Madonna's butt this time, 50 Cent is sparking their long-standing fight again.

But it's not the first time the "Candy Shop" hitmaker has made fun of the singer or made fun of her age.

Here's a look back at their long controversy.

Celebrity Pals-2003

When 50 Cent's reputation was rising, he rejoiced in meeting Madonna and posed for selfies with her during a November 13 appearance on MTV's Total Request Live.

Drama on a record label- 2011

When 50 Cent went on X (formerly Twitter) rage about Interscope Records publishing a Madonna song with the same title as one of his songs, he was label pals. He accused Interscope of distributing the "Girls Gone Wild" artwork ahead of schedule.

But Madonna was dragged into the rant when he discovered she was also releasing a single with the same title.

Body Shaming in 2019

After Madonna's surprise performance with son David at New York City's iconic LGBT Stonewall Inn, 50 Cent felt compelled to comment about her booty.

She wasn't afraid to fight back, so Madonna did reply to him on X (formerly Twitter). She wrote that she was seeking no one's approval for her post.

More Shaming, a Rare Apology, and a Clapback in 2021

After Madonna posted a series of explicit images of herself on Instagram, 50 Cent attacked the singer again for her age and choice of clothing. But Madonna was having none of it, recalling a period when 50 Cent openly connected with her and even referred to her as a friend. But 50 Cent did not back down, instead taking to X (formerly Twitter) to apologize.

Madonna, once again, was unimpressed with his apology and uploaded a BET video in which 50 Cent referred to her as "a friend of mine."

50 Cent eventually removed his apology tweet but continued to attack Madonna by splicing her video into a short film in which he appeared to answer as a "Anonymous" type avatar.

June 2022

The "Candy Shop" rapper criticized Madonna yet again for posing in lingerie and seductive poses on Instagram. This time, Madonna did not answer.

November 2022

Madonna was called a "grandma" by 50 Cent for rapping to Kendrick Lamar and twerking in her undies.

The "Material Girl" is shown in videos shared to TikTok and Instagram rapping along to the chorus of Kendrick Lamar's "Vent," complete with silver grills on her teeth. Madonna then danced around in her lacy underwear while wearing hefty chains and grills in another film.

Unimpressed, 50 Cent tweeted a piece from The Root criticizing Madonna for attempting to "use rap music for clout."

October 2023

The rapper posted a picture on Instagram.
The picture is of the singer compared with a cartoon “ant” and captioned it "Who the f—k did this?". The rapper further said, referring to the singer's butt that she is rich, and how the hell did she not get it fixed.

The rapper also uploaded a video of the music legend, 65, performing earlier this month at the 02 Arena in London, zooming in to see her from behind.

FAQ’s

Q1: Why did Madonna call herself Madonna?
Ans. Her mother, Madonna Fortin, inspired her name. So her stage name is essentially given by mother.

Q2: What is 50 Cent's original name?
Ans. Curtis James Jackson III