50 Cent is the latest artist to express concern over having performed at a private concert for Libyan leader Muʿammar al-Qaddafi's family.50 put on a show during the 2005 Venice Film Festival that was later linked to the Qaddafi clan.A representative for 50 released a statement yesterday (February 9), regarding the show which reads in part."In light of the ongoing events in Libya, 50 Cent will be making a donation to UNICEF, which is providing vital relief supplies to meet the needs of women and children at risk during this crisis,"The rapper has his own G-Unity Foundation and regularly gives back to the community.
Other artists who have recently been mentioned as having performed for the Qaddafi clan include Mariah Carey, Usher, Nelly Furtado and Beyonce.
Beyonce has given her portion to Haitian charities while Furtado has said she plans on donating to charity
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