What are the major allegations against rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs?

Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs is currently facing several civil lawsuits alleging a variety of abusive behaviors, including sexual harassment, rape, nonconsensual pornography, and sex trafficking. The legal saga began in November 2023, when Combs’ former partner, singer Cassie Ventura, filed a federal lawsuit alleging a pattern of physical and sexual abuse during their relationship.

Sean “Diddy” Combs denied all the accusations, describing them as baseless and outrageous

Ventura claimed Combs had complete control over her life, beating her mercilessly and forcing her to have sex with other men while he watched and recorded. She also claimed he raped her in 2018. The lawsuit was settled within a day, with both parties agreeing on undisclosed terms.

Following Ventura’s lawsuit, three more women and one man filed similar allegations against Combs. Liza Gardner accused Combs of sexually assaulting her in 1990 or 1991, and Joi Dickerson-Neal claimed he drugged and assaulted her in 1991.

Another anonymous woman, known as Jane Doe, accused Combs and his associates of gang-raping her in 2003, when she was 17 years old. Also, producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones accused Combs of sexual harassment, drugging, and threatening him.

Combs denied all the accusations, describing them as baseless and outrageous. His attorney, Benjamin Brafman, stated that the lawsuits were intended to tarnish Combs’ reputation and were motivated by financial gain. Despite the denials, the allegations have had an impact on Combs. He temporarily stepped down as chairman of Revolt, the media company he founded, and a reality show starring himself and his family was canceled.