On January 31, 2025, prosecutors accused Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of trafficking at least three women over a 20-year period.
Combs, a prominent figure in the music industry, faces federal charges including sex trafficking and racketeering. He was arrested in September 2024 following a grand jury indictment and has pleaded not guilty. His trial is scheduled to begin on May 5, 2025.
In addition to the criminal charges, Combs is contending with multiple civil lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct. Notably, former girlfriend Cassie Ventura filed a lawsuit in November 2023 accusing him of rape, sex trafficking, and physical abuse; the lawsuit was settled shortly thereafter. Other former associates, including members of the girl group Danity Kane and a former personal assistant, have also come forward with allegations of abuse and misconduct.
Combs has consistently denied all allegations, with his legal team asserting that the claims are baseless and timed to leverage media attention. As the legal proceedings continue, the entertainment industry and the public are closely monitoring developments in this high-profile case.
