Some call him 50 Cent, others call him “Fiddy,” others call him Curtis Jackson, and some people even know him as Boo Boo. But by any name, he is a true success story, rising out of a life hustling on the streets of South Jamaica, Queens to become a hip-hop superstar, millionaire mogul, actor, producer, philanthropist, and author.

“I went after the instant gratification.” -50 Cent

@katieshow Glad 2 C that once earning better opportunities, 50 left negativity & that mentality behind.

— Undercover Mother (@UndrcvrMother) January 17, 2013

It wasn’t until after a near-death experience that things really started to explode for 50 Cent. Curtis tells us how he built his multi-million dollar empire, despite his humble beginnings and feuds with A-list celebrities.

“If we can’t be friends, at least let’s be enemies so we can co-exist.” -50 Cent

@katieshow will do! I love how open and honest he is. Including with the whole @oprah issue. He truly has grown and matured.

— Robert Collins (@Bobby_Trendz) January 17, 2013

50 Cent isn’t just worth a million bucks, he looks like a million bucks too. In his new book, Formula 50, he spills his secret and shows us how we can improve our bodies in just six weeks.

“I enjoy what I do.” -50 Cent

Watching @50cent on the @katieshow. He is really in great shape. It’s hard to believe he was once over 200 pounds.

— Kiki Wallace (@Misskeytad) January 17, 2013

50 Cent’s new book outlines a nutrition plan that he promises will transform your life and he shows Katie how to make one of his favorite recipes, a healthy and filling blended smoothie.

“I wanted to see if I could start a business.” -50 Cent

I am loving @50cent on the @katieshow!What an interesting, intelligent spirit.I cannot believe I just said that!

— Carinn Jade (@carinnjade) January 17, 2013

How many of you have experienced “the awkward wave”? When you think someone is waving at you, so you wave back, only to realize they’re waving at the person behind you? All of us, right? Los Angeles-based writer, director, and comedic actress Issa Rae has made a name for herself turning uncomfortable moments like that into a funny and fearless web series, “The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl.” We are already huge fans and that’s why we are featuring her on a new segment called, “One to Watch.” We’re hoping to introduce you to the next big thing and right now we’ve got our eyes on Issa Rae.

“I like making people feel uncomfortable.” -Issa Rae

@awkwardblkgrl @issarae @katiecouric Love this girl! Thanks for bringing her on your show and introducing her to us! Seems like Cool Blk Grl

— SweetenTweet (@dianasweeten) January 17, 2013

Issa finds her best material in awkward moments. So we were very happy when she decided to feature Katie in an exchange that can only be described as awkward.

“I was like, ‘Heck yes!’” -Issa Rae

@issarae Just saw u on @katieshow! Good 4 u, Issa! Putting the best in the universe 4 your trajectory . . . I don’t dig LA guys either :-/

— Women In The Making (@DesiKWIMRadio) January 17, 2013