Sean "Diddy" Combs faces six new abuse lawsuits

Rap mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs faced six new sexual abuse lawsuits, including one alleging the assault of a minor. These legal actions come just a month after Combs was criminally charged with sex trafficking and racketeering.

The lawsuits were filed in New York federal court by anonymous plaintiffs, represented by Houston-based lawyer Tony Buzbee. Buzbee claims to represent 120 individuals accusing Combs of abuse. One of the most serious allegations comes from a man who accuses Combs of assaulting him in 1998 when he was 16 years old at a party in the Hamptons.

Other lawsuits accuse Combs of various sexual misconduct, including rape, forced oral sex, and drugging victims to incapacitate them. The accusers include two women and four men, all filing anonymously.

This legal action follows Combs' arrest on September 16, where he was charged with racketeering, sex trafficking by force, and transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs pleaded not guilty on September 17 but was denied bail on October 10. His trial is set for May 5, 2025.

The new lawsuits add to the growing legal troubles for the 54-year-old rapper. They are part of a larger group of over 100 alleged victims taking legal action against Combs following his arrest.

Combs' lawyer has not immediately responded to requests for comment on these new allegations. However, Combs has previously denied wrongdoing in other civil cases against him and pleaded not guilty in his criminal case.

These developments have sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, given Combs' status as a prominent figure in hip-hop and business. The allegations span decades and involve individuals from various backgrounds, highlighting the complexity and scope of the accusations.

The case has also reignited discussions about power dynamics in the entertainment industry and the challenges faced by victims in coming forward with allegations against high-profile figures.