Sean “Diddy” Combs is currently in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting trial on May 5, 2025. He faces serious charges, including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation for prostitution. If convicted of racketeering, Diddy could receive a life sentence, while the other charges carry long prison terms. He has pleaded not guilty to all allegations.
In addition to the criminal case, Diddy is also embroiled in several civil lawsuits. One notable claim comes from his former assistant, Phillip Pines, who worked for him from 2019 to 2021. Pines has filed a civil lawsuit accusing Diddy of sexual battery, sex trafficking, and emotional distress. Pines claims he was forced to clean up after Diddy’s infamous parties and was coerced into participating in inappropriate activities, as detailed in an HBO documentary, The Fall of Diddy.
The rapper is facing multiple civil lawsuits, with attorney Tony Buzbee suggesting there could be as many as 300 claims. Among these is a lawsuit from a woman who accuses Diddy of drugging and raping her.
Diddy has denied all allegations, insisting he will prevail in court. His upcoming trial, closely watched by the public, will likely have major consequences for both his career and the broader music industry.