Dame Dash: Kevin Hart's Breakthrough & Hollywood Loyalty

On April 30, Dame Dash is doubling down on his claim that he kick-started Kevin Hart's movie career back in 2002.

He says he spotted the Philly comedian at a club while scouting talent for paper soldiers, a flick packed with heavy hitters like Jay-Z and Beanie.

Siegel, Dash cast Hart right there on the spot for his big-screen debut.

He wasn't done either. Dash later directed Hart in death of a dynasty the next year, both under the Rockefeller banner.

This all went down with his crew, including Jay Black and his ex-wife Rachel Roy, who tagged along to the comedy spot.

As Hart star skyrocketed in comedy and acting, Dash started noticing his old business rivals cozying up to the comedian.

He felt like a circle of adversaries was pulling Hart away from their early connection.

In a fresh interview, Dash dropped more details, like a run-in at his California studio.

Tiffany Haddish was there, called Hart on the phone, and Dash says Hart straight up told her to bounce.

He hints that Hart linking up with Diddy might have strained things between them.

It's wild how these hip-hop Hollywood ties keep resurfacing, showing egos and alliances shift fast in the game.

Dash's story reminds us breakthroughs come from unexpected spots. But loyalty? That's the real test.