Sean Love Combs, recognized by his stage names Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, or Diddy, is a prominent figure in American rap, singing, record production, and the entertainment industry.
Recently, amidst legal settlements involving Combs and Cassie, another troubling accusation has surfaced. A California woman, Joi Dickerson-Neal, stepped forward, alleging that Combs drugged and sexually assaulted her during her college years in 1991. Shockingly, the lawsuit claims that Combs recorded the assault and shared it with acquaintances.
This claim follows a previously filed lawsuit by Cassandra Ventura, an artist formerly associated with Combs’ record label. Ventura, known as Cassie, detailed allegations of enduring what she described as a “cycle of abuse” throughout her romantic and professional relationship with Combs.
Both legal actions were filed under the Adult Survivors Act, a New York law that allows victims of sexual abuse a one-year window to pursue civil lawsuits, even if the statute of limitations had lapsed. The deadline for filing cases under this statute fell on Thursday, prompting these recent legal actions.
These allegations highlight an increasingly tumultuous situation surrounding Combs, raising serious concerns within the industry and among the public. As these legal matters unfold, they bring to the forefront the ongoing conversation about the importance of addressing allegations of abuse and ensuring justice for victims.