Industry Jul 9, 2026
50 Cent's Lawsuit Against Ex-Girlfriend Fails at Appeals Court
The star's lawyers had argued Tompkins forfeited her right to respond to his case, but an appeals court says she can defend herself in court.
Originally published by
Billboard
An appeals court has ruled that Shaniqua Tompkins can defend herself in a lawsuit filed by her ex-boyfriend, rapper 50 Cent. 50 Cent's legal team had argued that Tompkins had forfeited her right to respond to the case concerning Instagram posts. The court's decision allows Tompkins to proceed with her defense. Originally reported by Billboard.