Diddy files $100 million lawsuit against NBCUniversal over 'Making of a Bad Boy' doc
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Diddy Sues NBCUniversal Over Documentary Claims
Above: Sean "Diddy" Combs in 2023. Image copyright: Shareif Ziyadat/Contributor/Getty Images for Sean "Diddy" Combs
The Facts
Sean "Diddy" Combs on Wednesday filed a $100M defamation lawsuit in New York state court against NBCUniversal, Peacock, and Ample Entertainment over their documentary "Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy," which premiered in January.
The lawsuit alleges that the documentary falsely accuses Combs of serious crimes, including serial murder, sexual assault of minors, and sex trafficking. The suit also claims the movie makes unfounded connections between Combs and the deceased financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The legal action specifically challenges the documentary's implications about Combs' potential involvement in the deaths of several people in his orbit, including his former partner Kim Porter and rapper Christopher "Biggie" Wallace.
The Spin
Narrative A
The documentary represents a malicious attempt to capitalize on public scandal without regard for truth. It spreads damaging conspiracy theories that lack any foundation in reality and threaten Combs' right to a fair trial.
Narrative B
This documentary presents testimony from multiple sources close to Combs, including former employees and alleged victims. It details concerning patterns of behavior and raises legitimate questions about his past actions.
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