AceShowbiz - 50 Cent, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, is currently facing a lawsuit filed by a former senior executive, Monique Mayers, accusing him of retaliation, harassment, and witness intimidation spanning several years. The complaint, obtained by XXL on April 30, 2026, outlines a series of troubling allegations made by Mayers, who worked closely with 50 Cent for over a decade.

Monique Mayers served as a senior operations executive for [strong]50 Cent[/strong]'s business ventures, including G-Unit Film & Television. According to the lawsuit, she was wrongfully terminated after refusing to comply with what she describes as illegal and fraudulent requests made by [strong]50 Cent[/strong]. The complaint details that during [strong]50 Cent[/strong]'s Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in 2015, Mayers was asked to conceal property under her own name to hide the rapper’s involvement in a financial transaction related to the bankruptcy. She declined to participate in this alleged scheme.

Additionally, Mayers claims that she was pressured to file a false police report accusing [strong]50 Cent[/strong]'s driver and bodyguard, Bajar Walters, of stealing a vehicle and approximately $600,000 in cash. Her refusal to engage in these actions reportedly led to her termination in 2019. Mayers alleges that her firing was an act of retaliation and that it also caused Forbes magazine to retract a significant feature article about her career.

Following her dismissal, Mayers claims she endured a sustained campaign of harassment and intimidation. She reports receiving over 80 harassing phone calls and text messages from at least 25 different phone numbers between 2019 and April 2026. She believes these actions were orchestrated by [strong]50 Cent[/strong] or his associates to punish and silence her.

In response to the allegations, Bennitta Joseph, Mayers’ attorney, stated to XXL, "Curtis Jackson has cultivated a public persona as '50 Cent' built on highly publicized feuds and attacks on former associates, but as alleged in the complaint, this conduct is not performance, and it has real?world consequences." Joseph further emphasized that the pattern of conduct described in the lawsuit has caused serious damage to Mayers’ personal and professional life, creating a credible fear for her safety.

On the other side, [strong]50 Cent[/strong]'s legal representative, attorney Reena Jain, issued a lengthy denial of all claims made in the complaint. Jain described the lawsuit as baseless and stated that Mayers was terminated for cause on or around March 27, 2019. She also noted that [strong]50 Cent[/strong] has not yet been formally served with the lawsuit and questioned why the claims appeared in the media prior to official filing.

Jain characterized the suit as an opportunistic attempt to seek financial gain outside the statute of limitations. She highlighted that Mayers’ legal counsel is the same attorney currently involved in separate litigation against [strong]50 Cent[/strong] on behalf of Shaniqua Tompkins, suggesting a retaliatory motive behind the filing.

The statement from [strong]50 Cent[/strong]'s legal team also refuted the harassment claims, emphasizing that any threats made towards [strong]50 Cent[/strong], his employees, or witnesses have been taken seriously. According to Jain, when the alleged threats were brought to light, [strong]50 Cent[/strong]'s attorneys encouraged Mayers to report them to authorities and proactively informed law enforcement to ensure proper investigation.

Jain concluded by asserting that [strong]50 Cent[/strong] and his legal team will vigorously defend against the lawsuit in court and anticipate a swift dismissal of what they describe as a frivolous case.

Monique Mayers is seeking a jury trial and is requesting a permanent injunction to bar [strong]50 Cent[/strong] and his associates from further intimidation, harassment, or retaliation against her. She is also pursuing undisclosed monetary damages as well as compensation for her attorney fees.

This ongoing legal battle adds to the complex public and private challenges faced by [strong]50 Cent[/strong], who maintains a high-profile presence in entertainment and business. The suit highlights issues of workplace ethics, alleged misconduct, and the ramifications of personal disputes spilling into legal arenas.

As the case moves forward, both parties are preparing for extensive legal proceedings, with significant implications for reputations and careers involved.