Sean “Diddy” Combs has filed a $100 million lawsuit against NBCUniversal, Peacock TV, and Ample Entertainment, accusing them of spreading false and defamatory claims in the documentary Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy.
Lawsuit Allegations
The lawsuit, filed Wednesday in New York, claims that the media companies acted maliciously, falsely accusing Combs of serial murders and sex trafficking.
The accusations are based on statements from:
Al B. Sure
Rodney Jones (who has his own lawsuit against Combs)
Attorney Ariel Mitchell
The documentary premiered on Peacock on January 14, focusing on allegations related to:
The death of Kimberly Porter (Combs’ ex-partner)
The deaths of Biggie, Andre Harrell, and Heavy D
The attempted murder of Al B. Sure
Combs’ Legal Team Responds
Combs' attorney, Erica Wolff, slammed the production companies, stating:
“They deliberately chose to exploit misinformation for profit, violating truth, dignity, and fundamental journalistic standards.”
She added:
“Defendants maliciously and recklessly spread false accusations in Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy. They accused Mr. Combs of heinous crimes—serial murder and sexual assault of minors—despite knowing there is no evidence. This lawsuit aims to hold them accountable for the serious harm they have caused.”
Claims of a Rushed Documentary
The lawsuit also highlights concerns over the documentary’s credibility, citing an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, in which Ample co-founder Ari Mark admitted:
“The documentary was rushed due to competition with other related projects. There was no time, and it was done at an extremely fast pace.”
Combs Seeks $100 Million in Damages
Combs is seeking $100 million for the “severe damage” to his reputation and financial interests caused by the false and defamatory claims.
As the case unfolds, the legal battle could have major implications for both media ethics and defamation law in the entertainment industry.
