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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Faces Lawsuit Over 1996 Allegations of Assault and Intimidation

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Sean “Diddy” Combs, the influential CEO of Bad Boy Entertainment, is under scrutiny once again as author DeWitt Gilmore, known by his pen name Relentless Aaron, has filed a lawsuit accusing the mogul of assault and intimidation stemming from an incident in 1996. The lawsuit, filed after decades of silence, alleges that Combs and his security team physically attacked Gilmore outside a New York City nightclub and fired shots as Gilmore and his friends fled.

The Allegations

Speaking with NewsNation’s Ashleigh Banfield, Gilmore recounted the chilling night when he says he and two friends were leaving a NYC nightclub. According to Gilmore, Combs arrived with his bodyguard and began mocking him before the situation escalated into violence. Gilmore alleges that shots were fired during the confrontation, forcing him and his companions to run for their lives.

“We’ve all been intimidated by Diddy. Many people have been intimidated by this guy’s power and influence and his money,” Gilmore stated. “He could wipe me out in no time. I was afraid, to be honest.”

Breaking the Silence

Gilmore’s decision to file the lawsuit comes years after the alleged incident, citing fear of retaliation as the primary reason for his prolonged silence. “Ever since he’s been locked up, we feel protected. We’re no longer afraid. I speak for all the victims,” he shared, suggesting that Combs’ power and influence have intimidated others from coming forward in the past.

While the lawsuit is newly filed, Gilmore’s allegations add to a growing list of controversies surrounding the music mogul, raising questions about accountability and the influence wielded by high-profile figures in the entertainment industry.

Diddy’s Response

As of now, representatives for Sean Combs have not commented publicly on the lawsuit. The allegations come at a pivotal time for Combs, whose legacy in music and business has been both celebrated and criticized.

Sean “Diddy” Combs is no stranger to controversy, but his influence on the music industry and pop culture is undeniable. From his days as the driving force behind Bad Boy Entertainment to his ventures in fashion, spirits, and media, Diddy has built an empire. However, allegations like those from Gilmore serve as a stark reminder of the complexities of power and the unresolved issues that can linger in its wake.

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Quincy Brown Shades Biological Father Al B. Sure Amidst Diddy Drama

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Quincy Brown’s relationship with his biological father has been well-documented. The actor and singer has spent most of his life with Diddy as his father figure, which has been maintained in light of the recent accusations leveled at the mogul. Quincy is standing by Diddy, and has even appeared in court to show his support. Amidst all the Diddy drama, however, Quincy took time out to do two things. He paid tribute to his late mother and he shaded his biological father in the same Instagram post.

Quincy Brown posted a throwback photo on November 15. The actor can be seen next to his mother, Kim Porter, while sitting in a toy car. “I miss you every day,” he wrote next to a heart emoji. The sincerity of the post checks out, especially with regards to Porter. It was the mention of Al B. Sure, however, that turned the heads of fans. The first part of the caption reads: “Here’s a rare photo of my with my mom and dad.” Seemingly harmless, until one realizes that Al B. Sure is nowhere to be found in the pic. Quincy Brown is calling out his biological father for being absent during his childhood.

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Quincy Brown Has Continued To Support Diddy

The tensions between Quincy Brown and Al B. Sure have been particularly high in 2024. In January, Al B. Sure! posted a cryptic message on Instagram alluding to Diddy’s parenting. “Nothing breaks a dad more than seeing his love for his kids turned into a weapon against him,” he wrote. The comment section then filled with users criticizing Sure for being a bad father himself. It probably didn’t help that Quincy Brown wrote an open letter to the singer, criticizing him for being an absentee father, in 2019.

Despite these issues, Quincy Brown claims that he’s still in touch with his biological father. He spoke on their relationship during a recent appearance on the Lip Service with Angela Yee podcast. “He tends to, like, try and do, like, the ‘dad thing’ a lot,” Brown admitted. “But it’s like that’s not really where we’re at in life. Like, we homies more than anything.” Al B. Sure is not endearing himself to his son through Diddy, that’s for certain. The singer implied that the Bad Boy mogul was responsible for putting him in a coma back in 2022.

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Shyne Labels Funkmaster Flex A Liar After DJ Defended Diddy

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Shyne is having a moment. The rapper is promoting his upcoming documentary, The Honorable Shyne, and digging into his dubious past with Diddy. Shyne served a decade in prison for a club shooting that involved the Bad Boy founder. The rapper maintained that he took the fall for his label boss, but others feel as though he’s shirked responsibility for what he did. Funkmaster Flex is one of these people. The legendary DJ denied Shyne’s innocence after learning about the doc, and the latter called him a “liar.”

Let’s delve into Funkmaster Flex’s comments for context. The DJ absolutely went off in October, claiming that Shyne is pawning the blame for the shooting off on Diddy. “I love you bro,” Flex said on Hot 97. “And I know what you’ve been though, but you’re a liar. You’re a stone-cold faced liar, Shyne.” The DJ took it a step further by labeling the rapper a “punk.” He claimed Diddy actually stepped in to protect him during the shooting. “Puff had to keep people off of you from beating you to death,” Flex asserted. TMZ caught up with Shyne after these comments were made, and the rapper was blunt.

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Shyne Claimed Flex Has Lied About Other Rappers

He feels Flex is an unreliable source. “He said terrible things about JAY-Z, he said terrible things about Tupac,” he noted. “It doesn’t surprise me.” Shyne then made reference to Nas’ song “Purple” from 2002’s The Lost Tapes. In the song, Nas voices disdain for Diddy and his decision to push responsibility for the club shooting onto someone else. Shyne then rap Nas’ lyrics for the reporter: “The whole city is mine, prettiest Don. I don’t like the way P. Diddy did Shyne with different lawyers. Why it’s mentioned in my rhymes? F*** it, just an intro.”

Shyne has had lots to say about Diddy ahead of his new documentary. The rapper recently appeared on The Stephen A. Smith Show to discuss his experience working under the Bad Boy mogul. He admitted that he learned a lot under Diddy’s tutelage. He also called out the mogul for failing to support him while behind bars, and for “destroying his life.” The rapper admitted that he considered Diddy “the devil” for several years.

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Diddy Rep Responds to Shyne Stating He Took the Fall: ‘These Claims are Unequivocally False’

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Shyne is letting it all fly when it comes to Diddy. Appearing on the Stephen A. Smith Show, Shyne stated he thinks Diddy is the devil and highlighted what he thinks caused their relationship to break down.

This isn’t the first time Shyne has spoken out about Diddy. Back in September, he also levied the “destroyed my life” claim.

“I was defending him and he turned around and called witnesses to testify against me,” Shyne said. “He pretty much sent me to prison. That is the context by which you must always describe that relationship.

“Let us not lose sight of what they cold heart facts are. This is not someone I vacationed with and enjoyed a great intimate relationship of brotherhood. This is someone who destroyed my life and who I forgave and for the better interest of Belize, because he was in a position at the time to give scholarships and invest, I would not deny the attempt of investment to Belize.”

Now, Diddy and his team have had enough. Reaching out to TMZ, a rep for the jailed mogul said: “Mr. Combs categorically denies Mr. Barrow’s allegations, including any suggestion that he orchestrated Mr. Barrow to ‘take the fall’ or ‘sacrificed’ him by directing witnesses to testify against him. These claims are unequivocally false.”

The rep also said, “Mr. Combs was acquitted of all charges related to the 1999 Club New York incident and has consistently maintained his innocence. He cannot accept or condone any characterization of his actions as ‘demonic’ or ‘malicious.’”

But they weren’t done, “Mr. Combs appreciates the path Mr. Barrow has pursued and wishes him continued success. It is unfortunate that Mr. Barrow has chosen to revisit these allegations. Mr. Combs trusts that responsible journalism will weigh both the established legal outcomes and Mr. Combs’ positive, longstanding support for those he has worked with.”

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Stevie J Claims Diddy Was On Drugs When He Assaulted Cassie

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Stevie J has always been in Diddy’s corner. He was a core member of Diddy’s roster of producers, known as the Hitmen, and he has urged the public to go easy on the mogul in light of recent allegations. It hasn’t been easy to find Diddy supporters in 2024, but Stevie J is on the short list. Well, he was. The producer appeared in the recent TMZ documentary The Downfall of Diddy, and admitted that he was shocked by the video of his friend assaulting Cassie.

Stevie J told TMZ boss Harvey Levin that he met up with Diddy shortly after the video surfaced online. He claimed to have had a heart-to-heart conversation with the Bad Boy founder. “It was a real emotional moment,” Stevie J recalled. “He was hurt that that video came out, it crushed him.” The producer stated that Diddy’s reasoning for the incident was very similar to the reasons given in Diddy’s now-infamous IG apology video. “He was in a dark place in his life,” Stevie J asserted. “He was just doing a lot of drugs and it was dark for him.”

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Stevie J Said Diddy Was Ashamed Of The Video

The “dark place” angle is nothing new for those following the case. The claim that Diddy was on drugs at the time of the assault is, however. While it’s probably not a shock to consider the notion of Diddy being on various drugs, Stevie J claims that the mogul confirmed this behind closed doors. Another revelation during the TMZ interview came about when Levin asked about Diddy’s reaction to the video. Instead of expressing regret for what he did, Stevie claimed that the mogul was concerned about who was going to see it.

“He was like, ‘Yo my daughter’s and my mom gotta see this,’” Stevie J recounted. “And I was like, yeah, your friends gotta see it too.” Levin questioned Diddy’s thought process, especially when the producer noted that Diddy hated to “relive” the moment. Stevie J balked at the notion that the mogul’s reaction was a selfish one, however. “Who wants to see themselves beating on a girl,” he asserted. “I think that would hurt all of us.” Diddy is currently awaiting trial for racketeering and sex trafficking charges.

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Diddy Accuser Refiles Lawsuit Under Real Name After ‘Jane Doe’ Status Denied

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A woman accusing Sean “Diddy” Combs of assault has refiled her lawsuit under her real name, Candice McCrary, following a judge’s decision that prevented her from proceeding anonymously as “Jane Doe.” On Wednesday, McCrary formally submitted her case as Candice McCrary v. Sean Combs, alleging that Combs assaulted her in 2004 under coercive and threatening circumstances.

According to the lawsuit, McCrary attended a party at a hotel suite where guests mingled in a relaxed environment with drinks and music. But while socializing, she and a friend were allegedly escorted away from the main party by a man she believed was security. As they were led to a separate room, McCrary became suspicious when the man reportedly told her, “You know what you are here for.”

The allegations detail that Combs then directed his attention toward McCrary, allegedly forcing her to undress under threats of violence. The lawsuit claims Combs proceeded to assault her, ignoring her pleas to stop.

The refiled lawsuit comes amidst Combs’s ongoing legal troubles. On September 16, 2024, he was arrested in Manhattan by U.S. Homeland Security on charges related to sex trafficking and racketeering, following a grand jury indictment. Combs pleaded not guilty during a September 17 court appearance before U.S. Magistrate Judge Robyn Tarnofsky, who denied him bail. His legal team later proposed a $50 million bond, but U.S. District Judge Andrew L. Carter Jr. also denied the request, citing concerns about witness safety.

Combs remains in jail as investigations into his case continue.

Thoughts?

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Meek Mill Says He is ‘No Diddy Gang,’ Justin Combs Reacts

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Well, this is a switch-up. With Diddy news swirling online, one of his biggest friends, Meek Mill, has joined the “No Diddy” trend. A video has hit online showing Meek claiming he is “No Diddy Gang.”

“No Diddy Gang, Meek Milly in real life — don’t ever disrespect me, ya heard?” Meek said.

One of Diddy’s sons, Justin COmbs, saw the message and had a swift response: “SMH [facepalm emoji}”

This past September, Meek Mill wanted his name cleared. Hitting X offered $100,000 to an investigative team to find evidence linking him to Diddy’s legal troubles. The message came in response to frequent accusations and jokes flying across social media.

“I wanna hire an investigative team 100k cash to find out every specific detail involving meek mill name to ‘Diddy’ case,” Meek wrote. “I also want them to look at who is powering the media involving ‘meek’ anything to do with buddy!

“‘Something not right,’” he finished.

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Shyne Admits He Learned From Diddy Despite Believing He Was “The Devil”

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Shyne has one of the most infamous careers in all of hip hop. He was pegged to be Bad Boy’s next big star after the death of Biggie in 1997. He was Diddy’s protege, until a fateful shooting in a nightclub led to his arrest. Shyne spent a decade in prison for assault, and many felt he took the fall for an incident that that was perpetrated by Diddy. The Bad Boy mogul’s reputation could not be worse at the moment, so Shyne took the opportunity to discuss his relationship with Diddy during a recent appearance on The Stephen A. Smith Show.

Shyne admitted to having conflicted feelings about Diddy. He acknowledged the important lessons he learned while under Diddy’s wing in the late 90s. “I learned a lot, as far as being an entrepreneur,” the rapper explained. “As far as being a disrupter, a trailblazer. I got exactly what I went to the university of Bad Boy [for], with Diddy as professor, when it comes to entertainment.” Shyne also credited Diddy in terms of establishing a strong work ethic. The rapper-turned-politician has been able to translate said work ethic to his role as the leader of the Belize United Democratic Party.

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Shyne Also Referred To Diddy As A “Creep”

There is, of course, the flip side of the coin. Shyne disparaged Diddy for failing to provide financial compensation, despite his willingness to take the fall for the mogul on a prison rap. “People say, ‘Oh Diddy gave me millions to go to jail,’” the rapper recounts. “Nothing. [He] probably made two, what I thought were offensive contributions over the last 20 years.” Shyne did not mince words when it came to Diddy’s character, either. He referred to the mogul as “the devil” after his ordeal in prison. “For years I was saying what a creep I thought he was,” the rapper explained. “How he destroyed my life, and at one point I thought he was the devil.”

Shyne credits his faith, and his second career as a politician in his native Belize, as the reasons why he was able to get out of this negative headspace. The rapper no longer harbors negative feelings for what Diddy did to him. Shyne’s timing could not be better. He is the star of the new documentary series The Honorable Shyne, which not only details his political career but his controversial past with Diddy. It will likely be another nail in the coffin of the mogul’s reputation.

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Ferg Passionately Dismisses Diddy’s Shocking Allegations

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Over the weekend, FERG put out his first studio album in four years with DAROLD. It’s one of his most personal records to date as he recently detailed the idea behind it. “Creating my first album “Trap lord” was an outlet for me being a young black man in the hood facing daily adversities. At one point I even felt like a “lord that was trapped,” he wrote on Instagram. “Reflection led me to becoming more “Hood pope” the enlightened one but I found balance in just being “Darold.” So far, the project has had some good reception online from fans and critics alike. It’s leading to some interviews already too, with FERG popping into The Breakfast Club recently to talk about it.

However, the New York native isn’t necessarily making headlines for his insight on the project. Instead, his comments about Diddy are becoming the story from this sit-down. According to AllHipHop, the music mogul came up in the conversation and it’s ruffling some fans’ feathers. It’s worth noting that Ferg and Diddy have a close relationship dating back to the former’s childhood. They crossed paths thanks to FERG’s late father designing the Bad Boy Records logo.

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With that in mind, maybe take his subsequent comments with a grain of salt. He was quick to passionately downplay the numerous allegations against the disgraced music figure, saying, “Diddy is my family and I love his family. I don’t know all of what’s going on with this case and everything like that and it’s a bunch of hearsay,” he stated.

“Really it’s like, 1000 bottles of baby oil? What’s that have to do anything with him being a bad man? He’s just a rich man with bunch of baby oil.” As we said, this took some aback, with one YouTube commenter saying, “I don’t think the celebrities realize when they say things like ‘he’s being arrested for being freaky/having baby oils’ it instantly makes people question your character. Yes he’s innocent until proven guilty but there’s a million better ways to say that rather than minimizing the heinous accusations…” At the time of writing, Diddy recently received a court hearing date for his latest bail package. It will happen on November 22 at 2 p.m. in Manhattan.

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Ray J Claims Celebs Are Paying Off Alleged Victims to Avoid Lawsuits Associated with Diddy

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Ray J claims some of Diddy’s friends and associates are willing to pay off alleged victims to remain quiet.

According to TMZ, Ray J appears in the new Tubi doc, The Downfall of Diddy: Inside the Freak-Offs, where he believes some high-profile celebs are throwing money at the accusations.

Attorney Tony Buzbee, who has sent letters to celebrities asking for settlements to dismiss possible lawsuits, is also present in the document.

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Houston attorney Tony Buzbee previously announced he is representing more than 120 individuals, including 25 minors, who accuse Bad Boy Entertainment CEO Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of severe and abusive misconduct. During a press conference held in Texas, Buzbee revealed that his clients have come forward with allegations ranging from physical abuse to claims of sexual misconduct.

Among the most alarming accusations are those from individuals who were minors at the time of the alleged incidents. The accusations have sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, given Combs’ influential status in music and business. However, the details of the claims remain largely undisclosed as legal proceedings are yet to begin.

In response, Diddy has vehemently denied the accusations. According to ABC 7 NY, Combs’ attorney, Erica Wolff, released a statement addressing the escalating situation:

“Mr. Combs emphatically and categorically denies as false and defamatory any claim that he sexually abused anyone, including minors,” Wolff said. “He looks forward to proving his innocence and vindicating himself in court if and when claims are filed and served, where the truth will be established based on evidence, not speculation.”

Wolff also referred to the growing controversy as a “reckless media circus” and stated that Diddy is prepared to contest any claims brought against him in court.

Despite Diddy’s denial, the public attention surrounding the case continues to intensify. Buzbee, known for his high-profile legal work, has taken on the case with a promise to seek justice for the alleged victims, emphasizing that many of the accusers have faced significant trauma.

As of now, no formal legal complaints have been filed, but the possibility of a court battle looms on the horizon. Both sides have expressed their readiness to present their cases, setting the stage for what could be a highly publicized legal showdown. With the number of accusers and the nature of the allegations, this case could have major implications not only for Diddy but also for the entertainment industry as a whole.

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