Just one week ago shocking pictures emerged of rapper 50 Cent looking emaciated after losing 56 pounds in just nine weeks. The six-foot US hip hop artiste went on a strict liquid diet, and spent three hours in the gym daily to drop down to almost 154 pounds to play a cancer-stricken American football player in an upcoming film.

But last night he appeared at a gig in Denver, Colorado, looking a bit more like his old self - complete with bling crucifix, watch and bracelet. "I've been eating, I'll be back in shape in no time," said the usually pumped-up musician. The star - real name Curtis Jackson - finished filming on May 12 for his role in Things Fall Apart in which he both acts and directs. 'Fiddy' has won plaudits for his dedication to the film, which also stars Goodfellas actor Ray Liotta.