A familiar kind of spectacle is unfolding online, as 50 Cent and Papoose spar publicly, with Claressa Shields drawn into the exchange. The dispute, largely staged across Instagram, reflects 50 Cent’s long-running approach to conflict: sharp timing, visual provocation, and an instinct for attention. What began as a joke quickly hardened into a broader conversation about respect, boundaries, and public ridicule. As with many of his feuds, the audience has become part of the event.
The latest flashpoint came when 50 Cent posted an AI-generated video that placed the faces of Papoose and Shields onto characters from the film Black Sister’s Revenge. The clip referenced an October incident involving internet personality Gerald Huston, who mistakenly identified Shields as Serena Williams and was reportedly struck with a book by Papoose afterward. Framing the moment as satire, 50 Cent captioned the post, “Now you see, that’s assault! You can’t just go around putting your hands on PEOPLE. LOL Happy New Year!” Papoose responded with his own AI video, portraying 50 Cent in exaggerated clothing, keeping the exchange cutting but deliberately theatrical.
When the Jokes Turn Personal
The tone shifted when 50 Cent later circulated a video of Remy Ma reflecting on a past relationship. “My ex might be the least income-making person that I’ve ever been with. Ever,” she said in the clip, which 50 Cent reposted with pointed commentary. Shields soon weighed in directly, writing, “These rappers don’t get they a** beat enough, that’s the problem,” while also revisiting her earlier professional ties to 50 Cent. In response, he acknowledged her support publicly, reframing the moment as admiration rather than antagonism.
Papoose has since suggested that his reply may extend beyond social media posts. He recently shared a teaser of new music on Instagram, captioned, “Best ever… the untouchable ‘PAPOOSE’. If you feel something, kill something! 😎.” No release date has been confirmed, but the preview hinted at a lyrical response in the works. For now, the feud continues to play out in public view, where humor, grievance, and performance remain tightly intertwined.
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