An art rendering of G-Unit Studios in Shreveport, Louisiana.
G-Unit Studios
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50 Cent’s Studio Plans $124 Million Investment In Louisiana Complex
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s ambitious effort to develop a production base in Louisiana for his G-Unit Studios took another step forward as the state revealed a finalized deal for an investment and redevelopment plan.
Under the agreement, Jackson’s company will invest $124 million to renovate venue space Stageworks, update a production campus formerly owned by Millennium Studios and build a “dome-style immersive venue and green space park” in the city of Shreveport, the Louisiana Economic Development office said on Monday. The state said it agreed to provide $50 million “in performance-based funding” for infrastructure at those sites.
“By reinvesting in downtown Shreveport and upgrading existing assets to create state-of-the-art entertainment and production facilities, we are creating jobs, inspiring hope, attracting new productions, and giving the entire entertainment industry a reason to build their futures right here,” Jackson stated.
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry added, “we’re thrilled to welcome yet another project that sees the strength, talent and potential of this region.”
Two years ago this April, Jackson held a press conference and unveiled blueprints for G-Unit Studios in the city, likening the plan to the expansive production soundstage space that Tyler Perry had built outside of Atlanta. A long-term lease with the city for Stageworks was announced last year.
Jackson had a longtime, sometimes contentious producing partnership with Starz owing to the hit Power franchise and its spinoffs. In late October, Starz formally canceled drama series BMF after four seasons. A month later, in response to a Hollywood Reporter earnings article on Starz’ $53 million in quarterly losses, 50 Cent wrote on Instagram, “See what happens when I stop working, let’s make STARZ great again.”
On Starz’ earnings call in November president Jeffrey Hirsch called out the Jackson and G-Unit produced boxing drama Fightland as the company’s first studio original greenlit since its spinoff from Lionsgate. The series is currently in production in London.
G-Unit produces for multiple studios and has broadened its scope to nonfiction, audio, film and television. The company inked a deal with Fox Entertainment in 2023 to develop new projects (one such project: 50 Ways to Catch a Killer, for Fox Nation). It’s also developing Ron Stallworth non-fiction tome The Gangs of Zion as a Hulu project titled Hip Hop Cop. Other projects include The Massacre and Queen Nzinga for Starz and Trill League for BET+.
A concept image of the production facility 50 Cent is planning in Shreveport, Louisiana.
G-Unit Studios
Yasin Gungor
19 April 2026•Update: 19 April 2026
At least eight children were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in the US state of Louisiana, local police said Sunday.
Shreveport Police Department spokesperson Christopher Bordelon said officers responded to the shooting just after 6 am (1100GMT), following a domestic disturbance call.
The age of the deceased ranged from one to 14 years, he said, adding that the incident involved at least 10 individuals across four separate locations.
The suspect attempted to flee by carjacking a vehicle and driving to neighboring Bossier City, where police located and shot him dead.
Bordelon said Shreveport police officers pursued the suspect’s vehicle into Bossier, where three officers discharged their firearms, killing him. He said investigators believe the suspect was the only person who opened fire at the locations.
Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux described the attack as “maybe the worst tragic situation we’ve ever had,” adding: “It’s a terrible morning.”
No immediate information was available about the condition of the injured.
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When it comes to retiring, the best places to do so often are affordable, have a high quality of life and access to quality healthcare.
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Niche has identified the best places for retirees in Louisiana.
In its list, Niche has taken into account factors like weather, crime rates, housing costs and access to amenities.
The 5 best places to retire in Louisiana according to Niche
These are the top five best places to retire in Louisiana, according to Niche.
1. Oak Hills Place
Oak Hills Place is a suburb of Baton Rouge and is the overall best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, has a population of 9,038 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. The area is highly rated for families, diversity, as well as health and fitness. Here, the median home value is $437,900 and the median rent is $1,422, according to Niche.
2. Westminster
Westminster is another suburb of Baton Rouge and is the second-best place to retire in Louisiana. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, this suburb has a population of 2,559 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. This area is highly rated for nightlife, diversity, families, health and fitness, as well as commute. The median home value here is $266,100 and the median rent is $1,482, says Niche.
3. River Ridge
River Ridge is a suburb of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, and is the third-best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb has a population of 13,312 and offers residents a dense suburban feel. The area is highly rated for public schools, family, nightlife and diversity. The median home value is $357,400 and the median rent is $1,127, according to Niche.
4. Westlake
Westlake is a town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. With a population of 4,743, this town offers residents a rural feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, jobs, cost of living, nightlife and weather. Here, the median home value is $166,100 and the median rent is $1,049, says Niche.
5. Prien
Prien is another town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. This town has a population of 7,119 and offers residents a suburban rural mix feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, nightlife and weather. The median home value here is $278,000 and the median rent is $1,292, according to Niche.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
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