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March 21, 2025 at 7:12 PM

The latest on the Diddy, Baldoni and Papini legal cases

ABC News contributor Brian Buckmire looks at the most talked-about trials right now, including the Justin Baldoni, Diddy and Sherri Papini cases.
March 21, 2025 at 7:12 PM
March 17, 2025 at 6:10 PM

New developments in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial

ABC News contributor Brian Buckmire looks at Sean "Diddy" Combs' legal team’s latest maneuvers ahead of his upcoming trial and the latest on jury selection.
March 17, 2025 at 6:10 PM
March 15, 2025 at 2:31 PM

Diddy in court

The music mogul pleaded not guilty to an updated indictment accusing him of sex trafficking.
March 15, 2025 at 2:31 PM
March 15, 2025 at 12:03 PM

Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleads not guilty to superseding indictment

Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty on Friday to a new indictment that expands the timeframe of the alleged conduct and adds two additional alleged victims.
March 15, 2025 at 12:03 PM
March 14, 2025 at 9:22 PM

Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleads not guilty to superseding indictment

Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty Friday to a superseding indictment that charges him with forcing one of his employees into sex acts.
March 14, 2025 at 9:22 PM
March 14, 2025 at 9:02 PM

Sean 'Diddy' Combs pleads not guilty to superseding indictment

Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty Friday to a superseding indictment that charges him with forcing one of his employees into sex acts.
March 14, 2025 at 9:02 PM
March 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM

Former federal prosecutor on Sean 'Diddy' Combs returning back to court

Former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani joins ABC News Live to discuss Sean 'Diddy' Combs upcoming appearance in New York City court on Friday.
March 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM
VIDEO: Former federal prosecutor on Sean 'Diddy' Combs returning back to court
March 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM

Sean 'Diddy' Combs due back in court to enter plea on allegations of forced labor

Sean "Diddy" Combs is expected to plead not guilty Friday to allegations contained in two superseding indictments that expand the scope of the criminal case against him.
March 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
VIDEO: Sean 'Diddy' Combs due back in court to enter plea on allegations of forced labor
March 7, 2025 at 3:11 PM

New allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs in sex trafficking case

The second superseding indictment against Combs contains no new charges but includes additional allegations of forced labor under the racketeering conspiracy count.
March 7, 2025 at 3:11 PM
In this Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Sean 'Diddy' Combs attends the REVOLT & AT&T Summit in Los Angeles.
March 7, 2025 at 3:07 PM

New allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs in sex trafficking case

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire explains the second superseding indictment against Combs which contains no new charges but includes additional allegations of forced labor.
March 7, 2025 at 3:07 PM
VIDEO: New allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs in sex trafficking case
March 7, 2025 at 2:50 PM

Sam Bankman-Fried says he shares prison bunk with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

The ex-crypto boss, who is currently serving a 25-year sentence, told Tucker Carlson that he shares a dormitory-style bunk with the music mogul and accused sex trafficker at MDC-Brooklyn.
March 7, 2025 at 2:50 PM
VIDEO: Sam Bankman-Fried says he shares prison bunk with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
February 25, 2025 at 8:49 PM

Diddy’s defense moves to suppress evidence

ABC News contributor Brian Buckmire and ABC News Senior Investigative correspondent Aaron Katersky discuss the new motion filed by Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense.
February 25, 2025 at 8:49 PM
VIDEO: Diddy’s defense moves to suppress evidence
1 month ago

Diddy’s lawyers ask judge to suppress evidence

Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense attorneys stated that the search warrants issued for his residences in Los Angeles, Miami and other locations were unconstitutional.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Diddy’s lawyers ask judge to suppress evidence
1 month ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs looks to suppress evidence in trial

Combs' lawyers are arguing evidence obtained when Homeland Security agents raided his homes following his arrest must be suppressed because the searches were unconstitutional.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Sean 'Diddy' Combs looking to suppress evidence in trial
1 month ago

Diddy's lawyers challenge search warrants, aim to suppress evidence in new filing

The motion seeks to suppress all evidence obtained through these federal searches or grant a hearing to examine the government's conduct in obtaining the warrants.
1 month ago
Sean "Diddy" Combs attends  Sean "Diddy" Combs Fulfills $1 Million Pledge To Howard University At Howard Homecoming – Yardfest at Howard University on October 20, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images for Sean "Diddy" Combs)
1 month ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs case: Defense argues he was 'singled out' because he is Black

Combs' defense attorneys claimed prosecutors "singled out" Sean "Diddy" Combs because he is Black, demonstrating "bad faith" and "racial animus" in handling the case.
1 month ago
Sean "Diddy" Combs attends Day 1 of 2023 Invest Fest at Georgia World Congress Center, Aug. 26, 2023, in Atlanta.
1 month ago

Civil lawsuit against Jay-Z, Diddy dismissed

A civil lawsuit accusing Sean “Diddy” Combs and rapper Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter of sexually assaulting a then 13-year-old girl, which they denied, was dismissed. ABC News’ Aaron Katersky has the latest.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Civil lawsuit against Jay-Z, Diddy dismissed
1 month ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Jay-Z see civil case dismissed

The Jane Doe pursuing a case against Sean Combs and Jay-Z voluntarily dismissed the lawsuit with prejudice through her attorney, according to a court filing.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Jay-Z see civil case dismissed
1 month ago

Jane Doe drops lawsuit against Jay-Z, Diddy 

The woman who claimed she was raped by Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs when she was 13 has now dropped her lawsuit against the hip-hop artists. 
1 month ago
VIDEO: Jane Doe drops lawsuit against Jay-Z, Diddy 
1 month ago

Civil case against Sean Combs & Jay-Z dropped

A civil case accusing Sean "Diddy" Combs and Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter of sexually assaulting a then-13-year-old girl was dismissed Friday, according to a new court filing.
1 month ago
Civil case against Sean Combs & Jay-Z dropped
1 month ago

Lawsuit against Jay-Z, Diddy dropped: 'Today is a victory'

A civil case accusing Sean "Diddy" Combs and Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter of sexually assaulting a then-13-year-old girl was dismissed Friday, according to a new court filing.
1 month ago
Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jay-Z attend The Two Kings Dinner presented by Sprite at RDG + Bar Annie on February 16, 2013 in Houston, Texas.
1 month ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs to learn about release on bail next week, judge says

Sean "Diddy" Combs appeared again in a New York City courtroom on Friday as he continues to fight for his release on bail in his racketeering and sex trafficking case.
1 month ago
Sean "Diddy" Combs arrives at the LA Premiere of "The Four: Battle For Stardom" on May 30, 2018, in Los Angeles.
2 months ago

Prosecutors add two victims to Diddy indictment

Federal prosecutors are expanding their sex trafficking case against the music mogul, saying Combs “abused, threatened and coerced women” over a longer period of time than first alleged.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Prosecutors add two victims to Diddy indictment
2 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs hit with new indictment in sex trafficking case

Sean 'Diddy' Combs hit with new indictment in sex trafficking case.
2 months ago
Sean "Diddy" Combs attends Day 1 of 2023 Invest Fest at Georgia World Congress Center, Aug. 26, 2023, in Atlanta.
2 months ago

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ assistant speaks out in new docuseries 'The Fall of Diddy'

Phil Pines, who was the music mogul's senior executive assistant from 2019 to 2021, says former boss asked him to purchase supplies for parties.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ assistant speaks out in new docuseries 'The Fall of Diddy'
2 months ago

Former Danity Kane member D. Woods speaks out on Sean 'Diddy' Combs

Singer and actor D. Woods spoke out against her former mentor, Diddy, claiming she felt he created a verbally abusive work environment while she was on MTV's "Making the Band.”
2 months ago
VIDEO:  Former Danity Kane member D. Woods speaks out on Sean 'Diddy' Combs
2 months ago

D.Woods says she had 'troubling interactions' with Sean 'Diddy' Combs

D. Woods speaks out about what she calls her troubling interactions with Sean “Diddy” Combs, who faces federal criminal charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, which he has denied.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Danity Kane’s D. Woods shares new allegations against Sean ‘Diddy' Combs
2 months ago

D. Woods breaking her silence on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs ‘a big deal’

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire breaks down new allegations made against Sean “Diddy” Combs, which he has denied.
2 months ago
VIDEO: D. Woods breaking her silence on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs ‘a big deal’
2 months ago

Diddy 'freak off' videos prove his 'innocence,' defense claims

In a court filing, defense attorneys for Sean "Diddy" Combs claimed "freak off" videos show his "innocence” because they show sexual activity among "consenting adults."
2 months ago
Sean "Diddy" Combs attends Day 1 of 2023 Invest Fest at Georgia World Congress Center, Aug. 26, 2023, in Atlanta.
3 months ago

Judge rules woman who accused Diddy and Jay-Z of rape can remain anonymous for now

A woman who has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter of raping her after an awards show in 2000 when she was 13 can remain anonymous as her lawsuit proceeds, a federal judge said.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Judge rules woman who accused Diddy and Jay-Z of rape can remain anonymous for now
3 months ago

Woman who accused Diddy and Jay-Z of rape can remain anonymous for now, judge rules

A woman who has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter of raping her when she was 13 can remain anonymous as her lawsuit proceeds, a judge has ruled.
3 months ago
HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 16:  (L-R) Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jay-Z attend The Two Kings Dinner presented by Sprite at RDG + Bar Annie on February 16, 2013 in Houston, Texas.  (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)
3 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs back in court, wishes spectators 'Happy Holidays'

Combs has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking and other charges.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Sean 'Diddy' Combs back in court, wishes spectators 'Happy Holidays'
3 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs appears to ask son if he's 'OK' during court appearance

Sean "Diddy" Combs wished spectators a "Happy Holidays" as he left court following a brief hearing Wednesday.
3 months ago
In this May 30, 2018, file photo, Sean "Diddy" Combs arrives at a premiere in Los Angeles.
3 months ago

50 Cent on new projects and upcoming docuseries on Diddy allegations

ABC News’ Linsey Davis sits down with the multi-hyphenate 50 Cent to discuss his many endeavors, his thoughts on the hip-hop industry and his upcoming Las Vegas residency.
3 months ago
50 Cent on new projects and upcoming docuseries on Diddy allegations
3 months ago

Jay-Z’s attorney speaks out amid rape accusations

Rapper Jay-Z’s attorney Alex Spiro doubled down on his client’s claims of innocence after being accused of rape. ABC News contributor Brian Buckmire explains.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Jay-Z’s attorney speaks out amid rape accusations
3 months ago

Jay-Z’s attorneys question timeline of alleged sexual assault

Attorneys for rap mogul Shawn Carter are doubling down on their defense, calling a civil lawsuit alleging he raped a minor in 2000 a “sham.”
3 months ago
VIDEO: Jay-Z’s attorneys question timeline of alleged sexual assault
3 months ago

Jay-Z's lawyer says he expects rape case involving then-13-year-old will be dismissed

“Obviously Jay-Z did not rape a child,” Alex Spiro told reporters on Monday, providing a timeline that he said disproves the rape allegations against his client.
3 months ago
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 05: Jay-Z attends the Los Angeles premiere of Sony Pictures' "The Book Of Clarence" at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on January 05, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/WireImage)
3 months ago

Unpacking the latest assault charges against Sean 'Diddy' Combs

Senior investigative correspondent Aaron Katersky and legal contributor Brian Buckmire break down the disturbing new accusations against hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs, which his team has denied.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Unpacking the latest assault charges against Sean 'Diddy' Combs
3 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs abandons attempt to get released on bail

Sean Combs on Friday abandoned his attempt to get released on bail, according to a new court filing.
3 months ago
 Sean "Diddy" Combs attends  Sean "Diddy" Combs Fulfills $1 Million Pledge To Howard University At Howard Homecoming's Yardfest at Howard University, Oct. 20, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
3 months ago

50 Cent on allegations against Diddy, talks new residency

Rap mogul Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson talks about his new Las Vegas residency and his upcoming documentary on the allegations Sean "Diddy" Combs' is facing, which he has denied.
3 months ago
VIDEO: 50 Cent on allegations against Diddy, talks new residency
3 months ago

No shock with new ‘Diddy’ sexual assault allegations: Legal expert

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire discusses the new civil lawsuit accusing Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexually assaulting three men, including one of his former employees.
3 months ago
VIDEO: No shock with new ‘Diddy’ sexual assault allegations: Legal expert
3 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually assaulting 3 men in new lawsuits

One of the men worked for Combs and alleged his former boss raped him at a New York hotel.
3 months ago
In this Sept. 13, 2023, file photo, Sean "Diddy" Combs poses during the MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
3 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually assaulting 3 men in new lawsuits

Sean "Diddy" Combs is accused of sexually assaulting three men, including one of his former employees according to new civil lawsuits filed Thursday in New York.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually assaulting 3 men in new lawsuits
3 months ago

Jay-Z files for dismissal or disclosure of 13-year-old's identity in rape lawsuit

Jay-Z and Diddy are accused of raping a 13-year-old girl at a VMAs after-party in 2000.
3 months ago
HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 16:  (L-R) Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jay-Z attend The Two Kings Dinner presented by Sprite at RDG + Bar Annie on February 16, 2013 in Houston, Texas.  (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)
3 months ago

Jay-Z’s reaction to civil lawsuit is ‘pretty common’: Legal expert

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire discusses the lawsuit accusing Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter and Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping a 13-year-old girl at a party following the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Jay-Z’s reaction to civil lawsuit is ‘pretty common’: Legal expert
3 months ago

Music mogul Jay-Z fires back after civil lawsuit accuses him of sexual assault

Rapper Shawn Carter, known as "Jay-Z," moved to dismiss a new civil lawsuit accusing him and Sean "Diddy" Combs of assaulting a minor at a party in 2000.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Music mogul Jay-Z fires back after civil lawsuit accuses him of sexual assault
3 months ago

Jay-Z named alongside Sean 'Diddy' Combs in lawsuit alleging rape of 13-year-old girl

An anonymous woman alleged in a civil suit that the incident took place at an after-party following the 2000 Video Music Awards. Both men deny the allegations.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Jay-Z named alongside Sean 'Diddy' Combs in lawsuit alleging rape of 13-year-old girl
3 months ago

Jay-Z lawsuit alleging rape is ‘somewhat shocking’: Legal expert

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire discusses the lawsuit accusing Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter and Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping a 13-year-old girl at a party following the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Jay-Z lawsuit alleging rape is ‘somewhat shocking’: Legal expert
3 months ago

Jay-Z accused in civil lawsuit of sexually assaulting minor with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

Shawn Carter and Sean Combs are accused of raping a then-13-year-old girl at an afterparty following the 2000 Video Music Awards, according to an amended civil lawsuit filed Sunday.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Jay-Z accused in civil lawsuit of sexually assaulting minor with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
4 months ago

Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail

Judge Arun Subramanian ruled to deny bail for Sean "Diddy" Combs on Wednesday.
4 months ago
Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail