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50 Cent Sues Ex-Girlfriend Over ‘Tell-All’ Instagram Videos, Claims He Owns Her Life Rights

NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, JUL 18 – G-Unit Books alleges Shaniqua Tompkins breached a 2007 life rights contract by posting exclusive videos online, seeking $1 million and an injunction to halt further content.

  • On July 17, 2025, G-Unit Books filed a lawsuit in federal court against Shaniqua Tompkins, alleging breach of contract in New York.
  • The suit claims Tompkins violated a 2007 life rights agreement granting G-Unit exclusive control over her personal story, which she knowingly acknowledged.
  • Tompkins shared several videos, including the 2023 YouTube release "Other Side of the Coin," in which she discussed details about her history with 50 Cent and their son.
  • G-Unit is pursuing a minimum of $1 million in compensation and is seeking a court injunction to prevent Tompkins from sharing additional content, citing damage to their exclusive rights and potential future projects.
  • The lawsuit implies ongoing legal battles over the monetization of Tompkins' life story and control of related publicity involving 50 Cent's publishing company.
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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
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