Sean "Diddy" Combs' scandal has been compared to Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking case which also involved A-listers. Denied bail, the music mogul faces trial over similar charges, including racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution. But according to Jeffrey's accuser, the financier—who committed suicide in jail—was "much smarter" than Diddy, who simply thought he was untouchable.
As it turned out, the rapper's predatory "freak-offs" were an "open secret," unlike Jeffrey's private island. In 2019, Ashton Kutcher was asked about his presence at Diddy's house parties, but couldn't share what he saw during his Hot Ones interview. Usher also admitted that he witnessed "curious" things back there at age 14. Here's how Diddy's case could actually be bigger than Jeffrey's.
How Diddy's Scandal Could Be Bigger Than Jeffrey Epstein's
NewsNation anchor, Chris Cuomo recently said that Diddy's case could be bigger than Jeffrey's because the rapper was "all over the place."Aside from making a name for himself in music, the I'll be Missing You hitmaker was also big in the worlds of fashion, movies, reality TV, and even running marathons. "There's got to be something there that keeps it quiet, that makes it go away," Chris Cuomo said on his YouTube channel, The Chris Cuomo Project.
"This Diddy thing may go bigger and deeper than anything we've ever seen before when we're talking about corrupt culture," Chris added.
Early this year, the "Epstein List" came out, revealing the names in the unsealed court documents. The list mentions Prince Andrew, Bill Clinton, and Donald Trump. Now, Attorney Tony Buzbee, who represents Diddy's alleged victims (including 25 minors), announced that they'd be publicly naming the elites involved in his charges.
"If you were there in the room, participated, watched it happen and didn't say anything or helped cover it up, in my view, you have a problem," the lawyer warned. As a result, A-listers have reportedly started to pay off victims to keep their names from being exposed. Fans have had suspicions about some of Diddy's celebrity friends, including Jay-Z and Beyoncé.
Jeffrey Epstein Was "All Under The Table" But Diddy Thought He Was "God"
According to Jeffrey's sexual assault accuser, former model Lisa Phillips, the late sex offender was "all under the table" and "wasn't an open secret," unlike Diddy. Now a model scout in Los Angeles, Lisa recalled knowing "all about abused women with Sean Combs" when she was working as a model in the early 2000s.
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She told Fox News Digital that Diddy "just thought he was God and above all. Nothing was going to happen to him." On the other hand, "only certain people knew about [Jeffrey's] sex trafficking," Lisa stated. "He was very smart – he was much smarter than Sean Combs, much more highly intelligent."
Side-By-Side Comparison Of Charges And Allegations Against Sean "Diddy" Combs And Jeffrey Epstein | |
| Sean "Diddy" Combs | Jeffrey Epstein |
| November 2023: Cassie Ventura filed a lawsuit against Diddy for rape, years-long sexual and physical abuse, and "complete control" of her personal and work life; Diddy settled the next day for $30 million, sparking more accusations and investigations. | 2008: Pleaded guilty and was convicted of procuring a child for prostitution and soliciting a prostitute in a plea deal; he was only in custody for 13 months. |
| March 2024: "More than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant" were found in Diddy's Miami and Los Angeles homes during raids conducted by the Department of Homeland Security agents. | 2019: Arrested again on federal charges for sex trafficking minors in Florida and New York; he committed suicide in jail a month later. |
| September 2024: Following months of multiple lawsuits and allegations, Diddy was finally arrested after being indicted by a grand jury; A federal court in Manhattan unsealed charges against him for racketeering, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution. | 2021: His partner Ghislaine Maxwell was convicted of federal charges of sex trafficking and conspiracy to help Jeffrey procure minors for sexual abuse and prostitution. |
Lisa shared that Jeffrey had cameras "all around" to avoid being caught. "He had a deeper, huge connection with politicians and very powerful people who were abusing young women," she explained. "I think Jeffrey did it more so to protect himself." Lisa believes that the pedophile "wanted to get away with it," so she's happy to see people being held accountable in Diddy's case this time.
Diddy And Jeffrey Epstein Had Similar Predatory Approaches To Victims
While Lisa said Jeffrey and Diddy ran in "very different circles," they both abused their wealth and status to prey on their victims. "When you have that type of wealth, power, charm, and influence to make things happen for people… a lot of men don't abuse it, but predators do… It's vile," she said.
The model scout continued: "They take these young girls and pretend like, 'I'm doing good for you.' But no, they're sending them to their friends, associates, and other powerful people.'"
Diddy, who was denied a proposed bail of $50 million, is facing a minimum of 15 years in prison. He could get a life sentence if found guilty. After being placed on suicide watch, he's now "strong, healthy, and focused on his defense," per his spokesperson. "He is committed to fighting this case and has full confidence in both his legal team and the truth."
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The model and fashion designer has been trying to tell the world about Diddy's dark ways for the past two decades.
The music producer's lawyer, Erica Wolff said that her client "emphatically and categorically denies as false and defamatory any claim that he sexually abused anyone, including minors." Diddy was accused of giving "variety of controlled substances to victims, in part to keep the victims obedient and compliant" and keeping "videos he filmed of victims engaging in sex acts with commercial sex workers," without their knowledge.
