Overview

• Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson has filed a federal lawsuit against producer Ryan Kavanaugh and GenTV, alleging he was never compensated for his role in the horror film 'Skillhouse.'
• The lawsuit accuses the defendants of trademark infringement and false advertising, claiming they promoted the film as 'starring' and 'produced by 50 Cent' without his consent.
• Jackson and his son filmed scenes in 2022 based on a good-faith understanding, but no final agreement was signed, and he asserts his intellectual property was misused.
• A trailer released last week by Fathom Events billed Jackson as a star of the film, prompting him to seek at least $5 million in damages and an injunction to prevent the film's release.
• The lawsuit highlights concerns about the reputational harm to Jackson's brand, with 'Skillhouse' scheduled to premiere on July 11, 2025.