DIDDY CASE: See some celebrities allegedly linked to the case!

The case involving Sean “Diddy” Combs, the American rapper and businessman accused of various sexual crimes, is one of the biggest recent scandals in the music industry.

Recognized by “Time” magazine as the “most influential man in hip-hop,” Diddy is famous for launching the careers of artists like Usher, Mary J. Blige, and Notorious B.I.G.

Additionally, he owns Bad Boy Records and is a prominent figure in the U.S. music scene.

With the accusations against him and his arrest on the 17th, the case has sparked debates about the celebrities who have had or still have ties to the artist. So far, few public statements have been made, but some names have already emerged in relation to the case.

After months of investigation, Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested on charges brought by the New York District Attorney’s Office, which include sex trafficking, criminal conspiracy, and promoting prostitution.

According to the indictment document, over “decades,” Combs “abused, threatened, and coerced women and others close to him to satisfy his sexual desires, protect his image, and cover up his actions.” The indictment also mentions that he used his power within the music industry to achieve these goals.

Diddy pleaded not guilty in court, but his bail request was denied, and he remains in custody awaiting trial. According to international media, if convicted on all charges, he could face a life sentence.

Who is implicated in the case?

Cassie Ventura

The singer and former partner of Diddy met the rapper when she was 19 years old, while he was 37 and leading Bad Boy Records. During that time, Cassie was signed to the label.

Their relationship was marked by ups and downs until it ended in 2018. At the end of 2023, Cassie formally filed a sexual assault accusation against the singer.

In May 2024, a video of Combs assaulting Cassie was publicly released. The case was settled out of court, but it triggered a wave of new sexual assault allegations that led to further investigations.

Cuba Gooding Jr

In February of this year, Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones, who was a producer and cameraman for Diddy, filed a federal lawsuit against the rapper, alleging that he was sexually harassed, drugged, and threatened by him.

The lawsuit also claims that Diddy and his team were involved in serious criminal activities, such as drug trafficking and sexual exploitation.

In April, Jones expanded the lawsuit, adding 25 pages and including a new defendant: the very famous actor in Hollywood, Cuba Gooding Jr., who portrayed O.J. Simpson in the acclaimed series “The People vs. O.J. Simpson.”

According to Jones, in 2023, Diddy introduced him to Gooding on a yacht, suggesting that they get to know each other better.

During this meeting, Gooding allegedly harassed and assaulted Jones.

Yung Miami

Rapper Yung Miami, who also had a relationship with Diddy, was mentioned in the lawsuit.

According to Jones, she was one of the women receiving monthly payments from Diddy to act as sex workers. Additionally, she allegedly rented a plane to transport drugs for the rapper.

Jones also claims that in 2022, he was sexually assaulted by a cousin of Yung Miami, whose name was not revealed in the lawsuit.