If you’ve been enjoying the chance to get a peek into the lives of the ex-wives of some of your favorite rappers and athletes via TLC’s Starter Wives Confidential, we regret to inform you that the show has been scrapped, and you have 50 Cent to thank. The Jamaica Queens rapper is taking full credit for canceling the show which featured his ex-flame Shaniqua Tompkins, along with DMX’s ex-wife Tashera Simmons, and boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. and NBA star Lamar Odom’s exes.
The announcement of the show’s end came yesterday (Feb. 18) from TLC execs, but the show has had looming lawsuits from 50 ordering his ex to have limited appearances. One of the show’s cast members, ex-wife of New York DJ Funkmaster Flex, acknowledged this in an open letter: "It's no secret Starter Wives Confidential was plagued by legal inquiries and possible lawsuits from the beginning. Starting with Shanequa Tompkins (sic) being missing from all the episodes, her ex 50 Cent allegedly had an agreement or contract with her of some sort that either prevented or made it difficult for her to partake in the show."
50 Cent is proud of his efforts to spoil the show’s development. Via Twitter, the rap mogul sarcastically tweeted, "I want to apologize to cast of Starter Wives for having the show pulled off the net work (sic). i sincerely hope you find work".
It’s no secret that 50 Cent and his ex-girlfriend have had a tumultuous relationship, full of drama and ups and downs. But it looks like the rapper is now celebrating a major victory – the cancellation of her reality show ‘Starter Wives’. In an Instagram post on Tuesday night, 50 Cent bragged about having played a part in getting the series cancelled. His comments have sparked debate among fans who can’t decide if he went too far or whether he was justified in taking such action.
This article will explore how 50 Cent announced the news, what reactions it has elicited from fans, and why this decision could be seen as controversial. It will also look at the implications for other celebrities in similar situations. So read on to learn more about this story!
50 Cent has never been one to shy away from controversy so his latest move should come as no surprise. He took to social media earlier this week to make an announcement that left many people stunned: The TLC reality show ‘Starter Wives’, which starred his ex-girlfriend, had been cancelled due to “his efforts”. The cryptic statement made by 50 Cent prompted questions from fans eager to know more about his involvement with cancelling the show.
Background Of The Show
Cent is an American rapper who was famously married to R&B singer, Ciara in 2006. The couple separated in 2010 and divorced in 2011. In 2013, Cent’s ex-wife had a reality show on TLC called ‘Starter Wives’ which focused on the lives of women whose husbands or boyfriends are wealthy stars.
The show featured Ciara as well as other celebrity wives such as Shaniqua Tompkins (50 cent’s baby mama) and Monica Joseph (ex-wife of boxer Floyd Mayweather). Even though it was highly anticipated by fans of celebrities, Starter Wives only aired for five episodes before being cancelled due to low ratings.
In response to this news, 50 Cent bragged about how his wife’s show got cancelled shortly after its premiere. He took to social media with various comments indicating that he felt like her show was never going to be successful anyway because she wasn’t talented enough for it.
50 Cent’s Role In Cancellation
Despite the fact that 50 Cent’s comments seemed to suggest he was responsible for his ex-wife’s show getting cancelled, there is no evidence of this. It is likely that TLC simply decided to cancel the show due to its low ratings and poor reception from viewers. Nonetheless, Cent’s public statements did not go unnoticed by fans who felt it wasn’t right for him to be so smug about his ex-wife’s misfortune.
Cent has since tried to downplay any animosity between them, claiming that they are still friends despite their split and even expressing support when Ciara got engaged in 2016. However, some people believe that his comments were an attempt at revenge against Ciara as a way of getting back at her for leaving him after five years of marriage.
Given the history between these two celebrities, it’s hard to tell if 50 Cent really had anything to do with Starter Wives being cancelled or if it was just another one of his publicity stunts. Regardless, his words have sparked a debate about what kind of behavior is acceptable in relationships post-breakup.
Conclusion
In conclusion, 50 Cent’s role in the cancelation of ‘Starter Wives’ has been highly controversial. Many have accused him of using his wealth and influence to control the outcome of the show. Others believe that he acted out of genuine concern for his ex-girlfriend who was likely to be negatively affected by its airing.
No matter what one believes, it is undeniable that 50 Cent had a hand in this situation. Whether it was through direct action or simply speaking out against the show, no one can deny the impact he had on its ultimate fate. He certainly made sure his voice was heard, and as a result his ex-girlfriend will not have to bear her personal struggles being broadcasted across television screens worldwide.
Ultimately, while 50 Cent may have benefited from the cancellation of ‘Starter Wives’, there are many other people involved whose lives were impacted by his actions – both positively and negatively. No matter how you look at it, this story serves as an example of just how powerful celebrity status can truly be.
