Sean “Diddy” Combs has filed a lawsuit against NBCUniversal, Peacock TV, and production firm Ample for $100 million, alleging that their documentary Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy contains false and defamatory statements. The rapper and mogul claims that the documentary promotes unfounded accusations, including allegations of murder, sexual assault, and inappropriate relationships with minors.
Filed in a New York state court, the lawsuit takes issue with the portrayal of Combs in relation to the deaths of his former partner Kim Porter, rapper The Notorious B.I.G, music executive Andre Harrell, and rapper Heavy D. The documentary includes an interview with Al B. Sure, who suggested that Porter was murdered to prevent her from revealing incriminating information about Combs. Additionally, Combs is contesting claims made by Courtney Burgess, who allegedly told federal prosecutors that Combs was involved in videos showing him sexually engaging with intoxicated celebrities and minors—claims that Combs’s attorneys refute, arguing that Burgess has no connection to him or his family.
Combs’s legal representative, Erica Wolff, has condemned the documentary, accusing the producers of exploiting scandal for profit and undermining Combs’s right to a fair trial. The lawsuit follows similar legal actions that Combs has taken against NewsNation and Burgess, all related to the same allegations.
The Peacock documentary premiered on January 14, 2025, and has sparked significant controversy due to the sensitive nature of the claims made about Combs. The ongoing legal battle highlights the intense pressure surrounding the public’s interest in celebrity scandals and the potential legal consequences of airing such content.