The Breakfast Club FULL SHOW: Dame Dash Reacts to 50 Cent’s Paid in Full Series, Kai Cenat Brings Out Keke Palmer + R.T. Thorne & Danielle Deadwyler Interview
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Sep 9, 2025 
Danielle Deadwyler, an accomplished actress known for "Till," discusses her role in the film "40 Acres" and the weight of telling important stories. R.T. Thorne, a talented Canadian director, shares insights on balancing entertainment with meaningful narratives while directing the same film. They explore the power of Black storytelling and the significance of creative independence in Hollywood. The conversation also touches on issues of rights ownership in adapting classics like 'Paid in Full' and the impact of diverse representation in the industry.
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Paid In Full Becomes A Serialized Opportunity
- 50 Cent announced he acquired the rights to Paid in Full and will develop it into a premium TV series with Cam'ron as executive producer.
- The move reframes the property for serialized storytelling and leverages original cast credibility to expand the era's narrative.
Dame Dash's Public Reaction And Rights Questions
- Dame Dash publicly reacted to 50 Cent acquiring Paid in Full rights and criticized Cam'ron for partnering with 50.
- Charlamagne questioned whether Dame lost rights due to bankruptcy and asked Dame to clarify ownership history.
Ownership And Representation Matter
- Charlamagne framed the rights transfer as a black-led business win since 50 Cent and Cam'ron are Black and from relevant communities.
- He argued collaboration among Black owners/producers is strategic and preferable to outsiders controlling the story.