DUBAI: US rapper 50 Cent will headline the World Tennis League opening night show at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena on Dec. 21.
50 Cent joins a lineup of international artists, with UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, The Original Wailers with Al Anderson and Trojan Sound System confirmed to headline this year’s ‘Reggae Night’ on Dec. 23.
The “In Da Club” rapper has sold over 30 million albums worldwide and won several awards, including a Grammy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, thirteen Billboard Music Awards, six World Music Awards, three American Music Awards and four BET Awards.
In a released statement, Rajesh Banga, Chairman of World Tennis League, said: “50 Cent is one of the most recognisable faces in the global music industry with a strong following of fans from all corners of the globe, including in the Middle East. We are delighted to have him on board to open our concerts for Season 2 of World Tennis League.
