Diddy Sues Peacock for $100M Over Documentary

Sean “Diddy” Combs is taking action against one of the documentaries that brings up sexual assault allegations against him. Known for his work in hip-hop, Combs has filed a $100 million defamation lawsuit against Peacock, NBCUniversal, and Ample Entertainment over the documentary titled “Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy“. According to “Page Six”, the lawsuit asserts that the documentary and its creators have “falsely, recklessly, and maliciously” spread accusations of murder, sex trafficking, and sexual abuse against Combs. It’s important to note that Combs is currently in jail on racketeering and sex-trafficking charges and is facing multiple lawsuits. Erica Wolff, Diddy’s attorney, told “Page Six” that the defendants are disseminating falsehoods about Combs, disregarding the truth, and damaging his right to a fair trial.

As a passionate movie enthusiast, I find myself reflecting on the recent legal battles unfolding in the world of documentaries. Just about a month after Diddy’s life story premiered on Peacock, we see him taking a stand with a lawsuit. Interestingly, this is the first project to emerge since his September 2024 arrest, marking a significant milestone in his career post-incident.

In a separate timeline, another docuseries titled “The Fall of Diddy” from Investigation Discovery made its debut in January. However, unlike the Peacock lawsuit, Diddy hasn’t yet taken ID to court over that series. It’s worth noting that ID is facing a similar lawsuit initiated by Chris Brown, stemming from a 2024 documentary about him.

This intricate dance of documentaries and legal disputes certainly adds an unexpected twist to the lives of these prominent figures!

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2025-02-12 22:53