Tracing the Timeline of Lawsuits Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
November 16, 2023 – Cassandra ‘Cassie’ Ventura Files a Lawsuit
Overview: Former partner and musician Cassie Ventura accused Combs of controlling behavior and emotional abuse during their long-term relationship.
Outcome: The case was settled privately within four days of filing. Terms of the settlement were not disclosed.
November 23, 2023 – Liza Gardner Brings Allegations
Overview: Gardner claimed that during the 1990s, Combs and another artist coerced her into non-consensual interactions when she was a teenager.
Status: The lawsuit is ongoing, with Gardner requesting a jury trial.
December 2, 2023 – Jane Doe Accuses Combs
Overview: Jane Doe alleged inappropriate conduct by Combs and a colleague during a visit to his studio in New York.
Status: Combs has denied all allegations. Legal proceedings are in progress.
February 2, 2024 – Rodney Jones Files a Racketeering Suit
Overview: Producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones Jr. accused Combs of running an organized enterprise involving threats, coercion, and manipulation. Jones also alleged that he was forced into illicit activities under duress.
Status: The case remains unresolved as Jones pushes for a jury trial.
April 4, 2024 – Grace O’Marcaigh’s Yacht Incident
Overview: A yacht crew member accused Combs’s son, Christian, of inappropriate behavior during a family trip. She holds Diddy partially responsible for fostering the environment in which the incident occurred.
Status: The case is pending, with motions to dismiss filed by the defense team.
May 21, 2024 – Crystal McKinney’s Allegations
Overview: McKinney alleged misconduct during a modeling event, claiming that she was subjected to inappropriate advances and later blacklisted in the industry.
Status: The lawsuit is active, with no formal response yet from Combs’s legal team.
September 10, 2024 – Dawn Richard Speaks Out
Overview: Former bandmate Dawn Richard alleged that she witnessed instances of aggressive and harmful behavior by Combs during their professional collaboration.
Status: The case is ongoing, with Combs’s legal team denying all claims.
October 14–28, 2024 – Wave of Anonymous Lawsuits
Overview: A series of lawsuits were filed anonymously, accusing Combs of inappropriate conduct at events spanning the past two decades. The complaints involve both men and women, with claims dating as far back as the late 1990s.
Status: These cases are in various stages of legal proceedings, with the anonymity of the plaintiffs being a key point of contention.
November 27, 2024 – Bryana ‘Bana’ Bongolan’s Case
Overview: Fashion designer Bongolan alleged that Combs physically assaulted her during a confrontation in 2016. She also claimed he made threats and created a hostile work environment.
Status: The case is scheduled for a preliminary hearing in June 2025.
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