Sean “Diddy” Combs has taken legal action against NBCUniversal 

and production company Ample, filing a $100 million defamation lawsuit over their documentary Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy. 

The lawsuit, filed in New York and exclusively reported by Page Six, claims that the documentary falsely portrays the music mogul 

as a criminal involved in serious offenses, including murder, rape of minors, and sex trafficking.

According to Combs’ legal team, the documentary maliciously characterizes him 

as a “monster” and an “embodiment of Lucifer,” even drawing comparisons between him and Jeffrey Epstein. 

His attorneys argue that these allegations are completely baseless and have caused significant harm to his reputation.

Documentary Allegations and Combs’ Response

One of the major points of contention in the lawsuit is the documentary’s implication that Combs played a role in the 2018 death of Kim Porter, his former partner and the mother of three of his children. Porter’s ex, Al B. Sure!—whose real name is Albert Joseph Brown III—appears in the documentary questioning the official cause of Porter’s death, which was ruled as lobar pneumonia. He also suggests that Porter’s passing was linked to her potentially exposing certain truths about Combs, drawing parallels to Cassie Ventura’s case against him.

Combs’ legal team strongly refutes these insinuations, emphasizing that Porter’s death was thoroughly investigated by the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office, which found no evidence of foul play. The lawsuit asserts that NBCUniversal and Ample deliberately chose to air misleading claims despite having access to factual reports confirming that Porter died of natural causes.

Additionally, Combs’ attorneys criticize the documentary for relying on Al B. Sure! as a primary source, noting that producer Ari Mark acknowledged the musician’s “complicated relationship” with Combs in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter.

The lawsuit further challenges claims suggesting that Combs was involved in the deaths of other notable figures, including The Notorious B.I.G., record executive Andre Harrell, and rapper Heavy D. Combs’ lawyers argue that these allegations are entirely unfounded and were included in the documentary solely to sensationalize the story and mislead viewers.

Rebuttal of Underage Assault Claims

Another major point raised in the lawsuit is the resurfacing of allegations from producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones’ $30 million lawsuit, which accused Combs of sexual misconduct involving underage women. However, Combs’ legal team highlights that the individuals in question have since clarified that they were not minors at the time of the alleged incidents and that they never witnessed any illegal or inappropriate activities at Combs’ events.

Additionally, the lawsuit takes aim at Courtney Burgess, who has been sued separately alongside NewsNation for allegedly spreading false information about Combs and Porter’s unpublished memoir. Combs’ legal team claims that Burgess’ statements further contributed to the defamatory nature of the documentary.

Warnings to NBCUniversal and Ample Before the Documentary’s Release

The lawsuit states that Combs’ representatives warned NBCUniversal and Ample in December 2024 that the allegations presented in the documentary were false and had been debunked. Despite these warnings, the production companies proceeded with the release of the documentary and its promotional materials.

Combs’ attorneys argue that the false claims have caused substantial harm to their client’s reputation, career, and legal standing. They assert that the defamatory statements made in the documentary have directly impacted Combs’ ability to receive a fair trial in his ongoing legal battles.

Legal Team’s Statement

Attorney Erica Wolff, representing Combs, issued a statement condemning NBCUniversal, Peacock TV, and Ample for prioritizing profit over journalistic integrity. She accused them of knowingly broadcasting “outrageous lies” in their attempt to produce the most sensationalized exposé on Combs.

“In the purported documentary, Defendants accuse Mr. Combs of horrible crimes, including serial murder and sexual assault of minors—knowing that there is no evidence to support them,” Wolff stated. “By making and broadcasting these falsehoods, Defendants seek only to capitalize on the public’s appetite for scandal, with no regard for the truth or Mr. Combs’ right to a fair trial.”

Conclusion

The $100 million defamation lawsuit marks a significant legal battle between Sean “Diddy” Combs and major media entities. Combs’ legal team maintains that Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy is filled with baseless accusations designed to tarnish his reputation. As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen how NBCUniversal and Ample will respond to the lawsuit and whether the court will rule in Combs’ favor.

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