.jpg)
You know when you've officially crossed over from rap star to superstar when you have your own video game, peddle Vitamin Water, star in a film alongside Robert De Niro and Al Pacino, and collaborate with singer/actress/comedian Bette Midler. 50 Cent has accomplished all of the aforementioned. 50 and Midler joined forces Monday to celebrate the opening of "The Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson Community Garden" in the rapper's hometown of Queens, New York.
The 62-year-old multi-talent decided to give the rap star a call when she got the bright idea to combine the efforts of her New York Restoration Project -- which works towards making New York a cleaner, more beautiful city by revitalizing existing parks and community gardens -- and 50's G-Unity Foundation. "I called and nagged him," Midler said when describing how she got the busy rapper involved in the garden project. "His G-Unity Foundation gives a million dollars away every year in grants to non profits all over the city ... They're just brilliant." The singer went on to praise the rapper while joking about future collaborations. "I love 50!" Midler boasted. "He's producing my next record," Midler joked. "I will be rapping. He's writing a song for me right now."
The garden is located in Baisley Park in Jamaica, Queens, where the rapper grew up and often raps about. It features an array of beautiful flowers, a vegetable garden and a community area where families can unit for outdoor events. "I wish I had this to come to when I was growing up around here," he said. "The opportunity to create this garden for the youth and the community is a great one."
Can You Guess This Famous Face?
Katy Perry Divorce: With No Prenup How Much Will Russell Walk Away With?
It's Pink!
Randy Travis Apologizes for Public Intoxication
M.I.A., Fiance Benjamin Bronfman Split, Singer Rarely Sees Son -- Report
Josh Powell's Last Words: 'I Am Not Able To Go On Anymore': Report
Alori Joh Dead: Singer and Kendrick Lamar Affiliate Dies at 25
American Heart Month: 17 Celebrities Who Faced Heart Problems
Can You Guess This Famous Face?
Powell 911 Call Released: Cops Declare Investigation Of Missing Mom A Murder Case
It's Madonna!
PHOTOS: Anti-Gay Protesters Getting Pwned
Thudda Boy Dead: Rapper Brondon McDaniel Dies From Gunshot Wound
PHOTO: Miley Cyrus Wears Racy Garter Tights
Chi Cheng Improving: Deftones Bassist Raises Leg After Three Years in Coma
Mia Farrow's Low-Key, Philanthropic Style
The Best And Worst Burgers
PHOTOS: Massive Whale Shark Reeled Into Harbor
Is Social Media Causing The Mystery Illness?
Lacrosse Player Accused Of Killing Ex-Girlfriend Emailed Her 'I Should Have Killed You'
Powell Boys Suffered 'Chop Injuries' Before Explosion
Prop 8, California's Same-Sex Marriage Ban, Declared Unconstitutional
Woolly Mammoth Allegedly Caught On Video In Siberia
Freakish Fossil Upends Ideas About Origins Of Animal Life
WATCH: Rose McGowan, Christie Brinkley & Minka Kelly Stumble On Runway
Werewolf Sisters Are Coated In Hair (PICTURES)
The 10 Biggest Sources Of Salt In Our Diets
Obama's Favorite Day As President?
Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino To Housemates: Stop Hinting I'm Gay
WATCH: This Is Your Body On Ramen
Post 50 Celebrity Dream Homes on the Market (PHOTOS)
'Dancing With The Stars' Season 14 Dream Casting
PHOTOS: She's Back!
9 Comments