50 Cent has overtaken Jay-Z to be named the Hip-Hop Cash King of 2008.
The 'Candy Shop' singer topped the new list, compiled by Forbes.com, after making a staggering $150 million in the last 12 months. The musician's impressive earnings - mainly down to Coca-Cola buying out his stake in VitaminWater - ensured he shot straight to the top of the rankings, beating former King Jay-Z, who made $82 million.
50, real name Curtis James Jackson III, also owns G-Unit Clothing Company and has teamed up with Right Guard to launch a body spray and a line of condoms.
He has also starred in a number of movies, including ' Get Rich or Die Tryin'' and 'Home of the Brave'. Runner-up Jay-Z made his fortune by releasing a platinum-selling album and signing a 10-year deal with concert promoter Live Nation worth a reported $150 million.

Amy Winehouse is set to check into a rehab centre near to the prison where her husband is currently being held.
The troubled singer has reportedly been told to seek help following a shambolic performance at the V festival last weekend. Amy is planning to book into the "small and friendly" Focus 12 Clinic in Burt St. Edmunds, Suffolk - just 15 miles from Highpoint Prison, near Newmarket, where Blake Fielder-Civil is serving his sentence for grievous bodily harm and perverting the course of justice.

Jay-Z wants to headline Glastonbury again.
The ’99 Problems’ rapper would be happy to return to the British music festival following his controversial performance this year.
He said: "Of course I'd come back. It was incredible. I'm glad it went that way, because the world was watching.
'It's not about genres. It's about good music and bad music."

Michael Jackson hasn't spoken to his brothers for three years after a row about money.
The Jacksons - Michael, Jermaine, Tito, Marlon, Randy and Jackie - were set to appear on stage together next month to receive an Icon Award at the BMI Urban Awards but this now looks unlikely as it has been revealed that 'Thriller' singer Michael hasn't had any contact with his siblings since he was acquitted of child molestation charges three years ago.

Jennifer Lopez has vowed to complete her upcoming triathlon, even if she has to "crawl across the finish line".
The 'Jenny From The Block' singer - who gave birth to twins Max and Emme in February - has been training intensively for the gruelling challenge, which involves running, cycling and swimming.
She said: "If I have to crawl across that finish line, I am going to. I keep telling myself that when I'm training, 'This is for charity. Your kids are going to know about this. Don't embarrass the family! Get it done, Lopez!'

Nicola Roberts is carrying a skull around to ward off men.
The Girls Aloud singer says the creepy head on a stick – which has a tuft of red hair to match hers – helps frighten off potentially troublesome boyfriends.
Nicola - who was given the bizarre gift by a fan at last weekend’s Virgin Mobile V Festival - said: 'This ought to ward off any bad men. Although I hope it doesn’t scare me too much as well. 'It was meant to be. It even has my hair colour.'

Britney Spears’ custody battle could cost her over $700,000.
The troubled singer’s lengthy court process with ex-husband Kevin Federline to establish access rights to their sons, Sean Preston, two, and 23-month-old Jayden James, led to two law firms billing her a combined total of $466,000, court documents have revealed.
In addition, Britney, 26, also agreed to pay Kevin’s legal fees, which amounted to around $250,000. The largest bill comes from attorney Stacy D. Phillips, who claimed in court filings that she is owed nearly $407,000 for four months of work and says she has written off an additional $125,000 in fees.

Nicole Scherzinger says being famous is hard work.
The Pussycat Dolls singer - who is currently dating British Formula 1 racing driver Lewis Hamilton - insists fans don't realise just how much effort goes into being a pop star.
She said: "It's not as glamourous as people think. It has its ups and downs.
There can be a lot of intrusion into your private life, but I want to be known for my music.
"It's not partying all the time - sometimes when I get the chance I am too tired to party! People don't see the work that goes in to touring but it's definitely worth it."

Lily Allen attempted to punch a woman outside a London nightspot in the early hours of this morning (19.08.08).
The incident took place after the unnamed passer-by allegedly hurled abuse at the 'Smile' singer outside Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club.
Lily then retaliated by trying to hit the woman three times. The woman is said to have laughed off the incident as Lily was taken to a waiting car by her friend, TV presenter Miquita Oliver. In the process, Lily exposed her breasts.

Kim Kardashian gave her boyfriend a sneak preview of her routine with the Pussycat Dolls via webcam.
The curvy socialite was so keen to find out what lover Reggie Bush thought of her sexy outfit and raunchy dance moves that she put on a private showing for him ahead of her live performance with the dance troupe in Las Vegas on Friday night (15.08.08).
She said: "I did iChat with Reggie and I had my costume on for his approval. I did my whole dance for him when I was practicing. He thought it was so cute. He said, 'Please videotape it so you can send it to me right after.' "