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Diddy & Harve Pierre Want Jane Doe To Lose Anonymity In Gang Rape Lawsuit: Report

December 12, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy and Harve Pierre reportedly want the Jane Doe accusing them of gang rape to lose her anonymity. While the defendants already know who she is, they want her identity to be a matter of public record. The alleged victim’s lawyer, Douglas H. Wigdor, argues that the high-profile nature of the case, in conjunction with the fact she was underage at the time of the alleged assault, should give her grounds to keep her identity private.

“On December 9, 2023, counsel for [Diddy and Harve Pierre] indicated that they do not consent to [Jane Doe’s] motion to proceed anonymously,” Wigdor explained, as noted by AllHipHop. “Because of the high-profile nature of the Defendants, compounded with the fact that [Jane Doe] was only seventeen years old at the time of the sexual assault alleged in the Complaint, she should be permitted to proceed under a pseudonym and pursue her claims with anonymity. The media attention of this action would undoubtedly create a chilling effect on future plaintiffs in similar circumstances should Ms. Doe be forced to disclose her identity.”

Diddy Attends Met Gala In 2023

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs at the 2023 Met Gala: Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty held at the Metropolitan. Museum of Art on May 1, 2023 in New York, New York. (Photo by Lexie Moreland/WWD via Getty Images)

He added: “[Jane Doe] has experienced significant trauma as a result of Defendants’ sexual assault and rape and would certainly experience significant harm if she is forced to reveal her identity to the public.” The woman is the fourth person to come forward with accusations against Diddy in recent weeks. The lawsuits began with Cassie in November, although she and Diddy settled a day later.

Diddy finally broke his silence on the lawsuits, earlier this month. Taking to Instagram, he wrote: “Enough is enough. For the last couple of weeks, I have sat silently and watched people try to assassinate my character, destroy my reputation and my legacy.” From there, he labeled the allegations “sickening” and accused the victims of looking for a “quick payday.” He added: “I will fight for my name, my family and for the truth.” Be on the lookout for further updates on the lawsuits against Diddy on HotNewHipHop.

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Diddy Loses Ties With 18 Brands Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations

December 11, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy has lost the support of at least 18 brands associated with his e-commerce platform Empower Global, according to a new report from Rolling Stone. The fallout comes as a result of Cassie and now a total of three other women accusing him of sexual assault. While the Bad Boy mogul has denied the allegations, he’s still suffering a massive fall from grace.

House of Takura Founder Annette Njau explained her decision to cut ties with Diddy in a statement provided to Rolling Stone. “This decision was made on the day that Casandra Ventura filed her lawsuit,” Njau told the publication. “We take the allegations against Mr. Combs very seriously and find such behavior abhorrent and intolerable. We believe in victims’ rights, and support victims in speaking their truth, even against the most powerful of people.”

Diddy & Cassie Visit Metropolitan Museum Of Art

NEW YORK, NY – MAY 07: Cassie Ventura and Sean “Diddy” Combs attend the Heavenly Bodies. Fashion & The Catholic Imagination Costume Institute Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 7, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for The Hollywood Reporter)

Ashli Goudelock, founder of the luxury skin-care brand, Tsuri, said: “As a women-owned and-led company, we do not and will not linger in a gray area about the mistreatment of women.” Despite the lost partnerships, a total of nine brands appear to be sticking with Diddy through the storm. One owner from that group told Rolling Stone: “Please leave that man alone.”

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Diddy finally broke his silence on the lawsuits, earlier this month. “Enough is enough,” he said at the time. “For the last couple of weeks, I have sat silently and watched people try to assassinate my character, destroy my reputation and my legacy. Sickening allegations have been made against me by Individuals looking for a quick payday. Let me be absolutely clear: I did not do any of the awful things being alleged. I will fight for my name, my family and for the truth.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy and the fallout from his recent lawsuits on HotNewHipHop.

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Harve Pierre, Codefendant, Calls Diddy Lawsuits “Disgusting” & “Desperate”

December 8, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy isn’t the only one facing harrowing accusations in the multiple sexual assault lawsuits filed against him. Moreover, some of these alleged victims also accused other members of his entourage or the Bad Boy crew of similar crimes, including the label’s former president Harve Pierre. For those unaware, one lawsuit claims that he enticed a Detroit minor to board their private jet in 2003 to hang out with him and Sean Combs, and that they flew to New York City for a recording session. There, a Jane Doe alleges, various men sexually assaulted her in the bathroom of the recording studio.

Furthermore, the lawsuit also claims that Pierre did nothing to stop this situation despite its gruesome nature. Rather, Diddy’s associate allegedly smoked crack cocaine out of a Pepsi can while it happened, and thus, he appears in the latest lawsuit as a codefendant for gang sexual assault. Now, according to a statement reportedly obtained by TMZ Hip Hop, Harve Pierre has finally come out and addressed the claims against him and Puff Daddy. Unsurprisingly, it took on a similarly dismissive, staunch, and indignant stance as the label boss’ own public response.

Diddy & Harve Pierre In 2010

Harve Pierre Diddy Lawsuits Response Bad Boy President Sexual Assault Hip Hop News — NEW YORK – MARCH 09: (L-R) Harve Pierre and Sean ‘P. Diddy’ Combs attend N.O.T.O.R.I.O.U.S: An Official Bad Boy Tribute to Biggie Smalls at The Lab on March 9, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage/Getty Images)

“This is a tale of fiction,” Harve Pierre reportedly stated, according to the media outlet. “I have never participated in, witnessed, nor heard of anything like this, ever. These disgusting allegations are false and a desperate attempt for financial gain. I will vigorously protect my reputation and defend my name. Those who know me recognize that these claims are not true.” Meanwhile, Diddy’s response came from his social media pages. It followed at least a couple of weeks of silence apart from media statements from representatives or legal affiliates.

“ENOUGH IS ENOUGH,” he wrote on his online accounts, pasting white words on a black screen. “For the last couple of weeks, I have sat silently and watched people try to assassinate my character, destroy my reputation and my legacy. Sickening allegations have been made against me by individuals looking for a quick payday. Let me be absolutely clear: I did not do any of the awful things being alleged. I will fight for my name, my family, and for the truth.” Regardless, for more news and the latest updates on Harve Pierre and Diddy, check back in with HNHH.

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Diddy’s Sexual Assault Lawsuits Causing “Logistical Nightmare” For Grammys: Report

December 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy’s ongoing sexual assault lawsuits are reportedly causing a “logistical nightmare” for the Grammys as the Recording Academy prepares for its 66th Annual Awards ceremony. The UK publication, Mirror, cites several officials within the Academy to report that the organization is trying to remove Diddy from the guest list. Additionally, numerous celebrities are requesting that they sit nowhere near him.

“The formal invitations go out this month. There’s conflict at the academy as several voting members do not think it would be appropriate to invite Diddy,” the report suggests. “Some, including several high profile African-American members, fear that inviting him sends the wrong message to audiences and the charities it supports. Several publicists have asked that their artists aren’t seated by him. It’s a logistical nightmare.”

Diddy & Cassie At The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cassie was the first woman to file a lawsuit against Diddy, last month, accusing him of sexual abuse. While the two reached a settlement within 24 hours, two more accusers came forward with allegations against Diddy soon afterward.

Diddy has denied all of the allegations against him. In a statement provided to HipHopDX, a spokesperson for the Bad Boy mogul said: “These are fabricated claims falsely alleging misconduct from over 30 years ago and filed at the last minute. This is nothing but a money grab. Because of Mr. Combs’ fame and success, he is an easy target for anonymous accusers who lie without conscience or consequence for financial benefit. The New York Legislature surely did not intend or expect the Adult Survivors Act to be exploited by scammers. The public should be skeptical and not rush to accept these bogus allegations.” Be on the lookout for further updates on the fallout from Diddy’s sexual assault lawsuits on HotNewHipHop.

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50 Cent Thinks Diddy’s Going To Be “Fine” Regardless Of Sexual Abuse Lawsuits

December 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

50 Cent is a bit on the fence with Diddy’s sexual assault accusations and the multiple lawsuits he faces. On one hand, he’s relentlessly trolled him over it for the past few weeks, with a new jab, shot, or joke thrown every other day on social media. On the other, though, Fif thinks that Sean Combs is going to be able to move past this in the future. Actually, maybe that’s not a fair assessment: at least he will have enough money to not lose his status and lifestyle outright. That’s what the G-Unit mogul suggested on Instagram on Sunday (December 3) to his many followers.

“After Sexual Assault Suits, Are Sean Combs’s Empire and Brand at Risk?” a New York Times headline read. Moreover, 50 Cent reposted this on his IG page and answered the publication’s question quite bluntly. “No,” he replied. “He will be fine, He has so much money. When his corporate partners pull out, he will just reach in his pockets and make it happen. You saw how fast he paid Cassie. He’s a real Billionaire he has f**k you money guys, So f**k you ! @bransoncognac @lecheminduroi @thefinallaptour Diddy Do It ? COMING SOON !”

50 Cent Doesn’t Think This Is The End Of Diddy’s Success

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For those unaware, the biggest example of 50 Cent’s shots at Diddy amid controversies about his alleged abhorrent behavior was that he might be producing a documentary on the whole scandal. When reacting to news coverage of this possibility, though, he made his status very clear. “RAPPER?” the “Many Men” MC wrote. “I thought Diddy was a Billionaire music mogul. If he’s smart he will file bankruptcy now. Anyone with real money knows why I’m saying this. I’m the best producer for the job guys. Here come the receipts.”

Meanwhile, these allegations against Puff Daddy also caused people to consider more spiritual explanations. For example, many folks pointed to his tattoo of Haitian spirit Ezili Dantor as a sign that he faced punishment for his misdeeds. This is still a very nasty situation to talk about, despite people like 50 Cent toeing the line between dismissal and continued criticism. For more news on him and the latest updates on Diddy, keep checking in with HNHH.

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50 Cent Sends More Shots At Diddy Amid Lawsuits

December 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

50 Cent is continuing to target Diddy on Instagram, as the Bad Boy mogul is facing multiple lawsuits concerning sexual abuse. In his latest post referencing Diddy, 50 remarked that he has “fuck you” money while reacting to a New York Times piece about his business empire. The headline for the article asks, “After Sexual Assault Suits, Are Sean Combs’s Empire and Brand at Risk?”

“No he will be fine,” 50 wrote. “He has so much money, when his corporate partners pull out. he will just reach in his pockets and make it happen. You saw how fast he paid Cassie. He’s a real Billionaire he has fuck you money guys, So fuck you! @bransoncognac @lecheminduroi @thefinallaptour Diddy Do It? COMING SOON!”

50 Cent & Diddy Pose With Paris Hilton In 2007

LAS VEGAS – SEPTEMBER 08: Sean “Diddy” Combs, Paris Hilton and 50 Cent attends 50 Cent Hosts Party at The Hard Rock on September 8, 2007 in Las Vegas, NV (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

In response to the post, many of 50’s followed noted that the rivalry is deeper than it appears. “If you would’ve told me 15 years ago that we’d witness the rise of 50 cent as a mogul and the end of Diddy, I would’ve looked at you like,” one user wrote. Another commented: “Y’all must ain’t read @50cent book, because once I read it I understand how he moves and admire it! The dude is smart AF and his posts are not what you think they are.” Check out 50’s full post on Instagram below.

50 Cent Calls Out Diddy On IG

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The drama surrounding Diddy began, last month, when Cassie filed a lawsuit against him, alleging physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. While the two settled within 24 hours, two more accusers came forward in the days afterward. Diddy has vehemently denied all of the allegations against him. Be on the lookout for further updates on 50 Cent as well as the fallout from Diddy’s allegations on HotNewHipHop.

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Boosie Badazz Addresses Lawsuit Backlash, Claims People Don’t Call 50 Cent A “Snitch” For Suing

December 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Boosie has taken aim at the people calling him a “snitch” for suing multiple rappers in recent weeks. “To those people calling me a snitch for suing…They the same people that want you to go to shoot somebody behind this. They would rather you go shoot somebody instead of sue somebody. Cuz they wanna holler ‘Free Boosie’ so they get likes. It’s called ‘tricking you off the streets’. I woke up to my DM the other day like ‘Boosie you fake now man. You supposed to shoot that [expletive][expletive] up’,” Boosie said on a recent livestream.

Furthermore, Boosie argued that people don’t make the same comments about 50 Cent. “When people do the sh-t to 50 Cent and 50 sue they a–, do y’all call him a snitch for suing? Or do y’all laugh and applaud it?” Boosie asked. The most recent target of Boosie’s legal ire was Rod Wave. According to Boosie, Wave used a sample without permission. “That n-gga Rod Wave ain’t pull up on me. I don’t own the song fully, I own a percentage of it. I still have publishing in it and writer’s credits. So, I guess when he found out that, he don’t want to give me nothing. We going to court. Nobody contacted me. Nobody gave me my publishing. Nobody gave me my writer’s credit. How you clear it, when you ain’t clear it with me?” Boosie explained in a recent livestream.

Boosie Reveals Pre-Lawsuit Offer For Rod Wave

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Meanwhile, Boosie also revealed the offer he had made to Wave to avoid a lawsuit. According to Boosie, he asked for $200K and 25% of the track’s onward profits. Furthermore, Boosie implied that Wave had submitted a counteroffer and explained that he hadn’t cleared the sample with his own label, let alone Boosie’s team. It remains unclear if Boosie is going ahead with his lawsuit as a result.

However, Boosie isn’t the only one handing out lawsuits. In a recent stream, Boosie revealed that he was the subject of two lawsuits. The first was a wrongful death suit over an incident that occurred near a 2017 music video shoot. The second suit stems from a brawl that broke out during a Legendz Of The Street Tour performance in Atlanta in 2021. Boosie has expressed his frustration with both suits, arguing that they don’t make sense as he wasn’t directly involved in either of them. Despite this, both suits have been filed and are thus a developing story.

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Diddy’s Ex-Bodyguard Explains Why He’s Speaking Out After Cassie Lawsuit

November 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy’s former bodyguard, Roger Bonds, has explained why he’s speaking out against the Bad Boy mogul. Taking to Instagram in a since-deleted post, Bonds reflected on his past loyalty to Diddy and how their relationship has deteriorated, as caught by AllHipHop.

Captioning an old photo of the two of them, he began: “At one time I would have tooken a bullet for this man and those that know me know that’s true. What happen? People say yo why you saying that why you doing this. One reason is because you can’t do nothing else unless you want to end up in jail.”

Diddy Performs At The 2023 MTV Video Music Awards

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 12: Diddy performs onstage during the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential Center on September 12, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for MTV)

“Nobody worried about there kids when I had them I mean nobody,” he continued. “Where is the Loyalty at when it’s my SON? Your want me to have loyalty to someone who couldn’t tell me here’s a 100,000 I may not can go but I ran sure can make sure he has a legal team. But I’ll give some strangers 3 million. Fuck outta here. My truth, my story, my life. 2Faces #Coming soon. OH YOU DIDNT THINK I WOULD TALK ABOUT IT. We’ll watch me.” He concluded: “Name one person that has been with Diddy that is well off. Name one??? Keep thinking because I’m gonna name them 0.”

Roger Bonds Speaks Out Against Diddy

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Bonds was brought into the drama when Cassie mentioned him in her since-settled lawsuit against Diddy. She cited the bodyguard as a witness to the abuse and claimed he once tried to intervene while Diddy was attacking her. In response, Bonds has hinted at revealing his side of the story several times on social media. In the wake of Cassie’s lawsuit, two other alleged victims have come forward with cases against Diddy. Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy and Cassie on HotNewHipHop.

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Diddy Loses Charter School Partnership Amid Fallout From Sexual Abuse Lawsuits

November 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy’s partnership with Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter School has come to an end following the three sexual assault lawsuits filed against him, earlier this month. Dr. Steve Perry, the founder and head of the school, made an official announcement on the school’s website, on Tuesday. The Shade Room shared the statement on Instagram.

Perry wrote: “Following a comprehensive evaluation, a decision has been made to end the partnership between Capital Preparatory Schools and Sean Combs. While this decision was not made lightly, we firmly believe it is in the best interest of our organization’s health and future.” Diddy helped launch the school back in 2016 and made a $1 million donation towards funding the school’s Bronx location in 2021.

Diddy Opens Capital Preparatory Harlem Charter School

NEW YORK, NY – AUGUST 29: Sean “Diddy” Combs Officially Opens. Capital Prep Harlem Charter School on August 29, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Robin Marchant/Getty Images)

The lawsuits against Diddy began with Cassie, who alleged sexual, physical, and emotional abuse. The two reached a settlement just 24 hours after the singer filed in court. In the days afterward, two other victims came forward with similar accusations against the Bad Boy mogul.

Capital Prep. Charter School Cuts Ties With Diddy

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A spokesperson denied both allegations in a statement: “These are fabricated claims falsely alleging misconduct from over 30 years ago and filed at the last minute. This is nothing but a money grab. Because of Mr. Combs’ fame and success, he is an easy target for anonymous accusers who lie without conscience or consequence for financial benefit.” The lawsuits all arrived just before New York’s Adult Survivors Act, which extends the statute of limitations, expired last Thursday. The statement added that “scammers” are “exploiting” the Adult Survivors Act: “The public should be skeptical and not rush to accept these bogus allegations.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Diddy and the fallout from his ongoing lawsuits on HotNewHipHop.

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Diddy’s Ex-Bodyguard Teases Speaking Out Amid Lawsuits

November 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Diddy’s former bodyguard, Roger Bonds, further teased speaking out against the Bad Boy mogul in a post on Instagram, Monday. In doing so, he shared an article from Complex covering his previous comments on the matter. The headline reads: “Diddy’s Former Head of Security Roger Bonds Addresses Cassie Lawsuit Which Mentions Him By Name.”

Captioning the screenshot, Bonds wrote: “NEVER KEEP YOUR WORD WHEN THE REASON YOU KEPT YOUR WORD NO LONGER EXIST.” He added the hashtags “#TheGeneral” and “#MyTruth.”

Diddy With Cassie At Her 21st Birthday Party

LAS VEGAS – SEPTEMBER 08: Dallas Austin, Singer Britney Spears, Rapper P. Diddy and Singer Cassie pose for photos at Cassie’s 21st Birthday at Jet Nightclub at The Mirage Hotel and Casino on September 08, 2007 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Denise Truscello/WireImage for Jet Nightclub)

Bonds first made headlines in regards to the lawsuits against Diddy when Cassie mentioned him by name in her since-settled complaint. She recalled a specific time Diddy allegedly beat her during which Bonds attempted to step in. Her lawsuit read: “Roger Bonds, tried to stop the beating, but was unable to deescalate the situation. When the car arrived at Mr. Combs’ residence, Ms. Ventura attempted to run away, but Mr. Combs followed her and proceeded to again kick her in the face. Ms. Ventura was bleeding profusely, and was ushered into Mr. Combs’ home, where she began to throw up from the violent assault.”

Roger Bonds Speaks Out On Diddy

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While Cassie agreed on a settlement within 24 hours of filing the lawsuit, two other accusers have come forward with lawsuits against Diddy. A spokesperson denied both allegations in a statement: “These are fabricated claims falsely alleging misconduct from over 30 years ago and filed at the last minute. This is nothing but a money grab. Because of Mr. Combs’ fame and success, he is an easy target for anonymous accusers who lie without conscience or consequence for financial benefit.” The lawsuits all arrived just before New York’s Adult Survivors Act, which extends the statute of limitations, expired last Thursday.

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