After Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail for sex trafficking charges, more than 50 new accusers “felt safe” to come forward with decades of abuse accusations.

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Shocking allegations about the disgraced mogul aren’t the only things to come out in the wake of Diddy’s arrest and indictment. Like Cassie Ventura‘s bombshell lawsuit in November 2023, the federal case against the rapper inspired others to break their silence. According to Huff Post, more than 50 alleged victims plan to take legal action against Diddy, and attorneys expect that number to double by next week.

The news came from Tony Buzbee, who represented more than 100 victims of the deadly Astroworld tragedy against Travis Scott. Now the Houston-based attorney’s next epic legal battle will take place against a much bigger industry titan. Working with AVA Law Group, Buzbee announced his firm’s plans to “act as Lead Counsel to pursue claims on behalf of more than fifty individuals who suffered sexual assault and abuse at the hands of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and his cohorts.”

“This group of brave individuals include both men and women; many were minors when the abuse occurred. Some of these brave individuals reported the incidents to the police, others did not. Each individual story is gut wrenching and heartbreaking. The acts complained of occurred at hotels, private homes, and also at the infamous PDiddy “Freak Off” parties,” Buzbee wrote on Instagram.

“The violations against this group of individuals are mindboggling and can only be described as debauchery and depravity, exacted by powerful people against minors and the weak,” he continued.

Read more about what lawyers say to expect from as many as 100 accusers in the aftermath of Diddy’s arrest after the flip.

Lawyers Predict More Than 100 New Alleged Victims Will Take Legal Action Against Diddy

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In addition to the staggering number of clients taking legal action so far, Buzbee expects “the group seeking redress will grow as this case progresses” and “many other individuals” implicated.

AVA Law Group’s managing partner predicted more than 100 new accusers just two weeks after Diddy’s arrest. Prosecutors asserted that Diddy poses too big of a threat to witnesses, the ongoing case, and the public to justify release on bond. Considering that two judges agreed, denying the Bad Boy founder bail twice, Andrew Van Arsdale told Huff Post multiple accusers didn’t feel safe to come forward against Diddy until now.

“I’m just glad that the federal government has finally acted and brought him to task and to call on what has happened here, and we look forward to representing as many people as are willing to come forward and seek that accountability,” Van Arsdale told HuffPost.

The complaints span multiple states, over several years, and describe varying levels of alleged coercion and abuse. Due to the wide range of claims and unique stories, the firm will pursue the cases separately rather than filing a class action lawsuit on their behalf.

“Van Arsdale alleged that Combs’ abuse spanned decades and said that his accusers fall into separate groups. He alleged that some people were promised career benefits and drawn to Combs’ lavish parties, where they were sexually assaulted, while others were trafficked across state lines to be serially abused by a number of people within Combs’ circle. Some were minors at the time, he said,” Huff Post reports.

The announcement also came with the offer of free consultation for any other accusers willing to come forward against Diddy. The star maintains his innocence and reportedly plans to testify.

The attorneys will share more details about these cases in a press conference early this week, “where some of these stories can be told as the nation learns more and grapples with the potential scope of this scandal,” Buzbee wrote.

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Boosie is once again being called to the carpet for his homophobic remarks, only this time it’s by his own daughter, Ivonia Hatch.

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During a recent sit down with Yung Miami, the 41-year-old rapper shared some harsh words about his daughter, who identifies as a lesbian, in front of a packed crowd.

“She still can’t bring her situation to our house. My daughter is grown—Because I don’t want it to contaminate her others [siblings]” he said. “It’s a generation we’re raising, and I don’t want her to get too contaminated for her other six or seven sisters who look up to her. I want them to bring me grandchildren the right way.”

The lights are on but no is home, per usual. The clip began to circulate around social media on Sept 27 leading many to point out that his stance further perpetuates harmful stereotypes about the gay community. The loudest voice; however, was that of Hatch, who uploaded a 10-minute response to her father’s ignorance.

In the heartbreaking video, Hatch shared that she’s tried to remain silent and accept her father’s views but now feels it’s time for her to speak out.

“He always speaking on my sexuality, the whole world know that,” she said. “It’s been about two years now that I’ll be quiet. I wouldn’t say nothing, I just go with the flow. I did everything in my power to understand that this is my father, regardless. I’m going to accept him and love him for who he is.”

She continued,

“I just saw that he recently did an interview with Caresha and he used the word ‘contaminate’ and put my siblings in it at that. If you know me, I love and respect my siblings with everything in me. And they respect me and love me with everything in them.

She also took the opportunity to clear up her own coming out experience and how Boosie received the news of her sexuality.

“The incident that happened was in Jamaica…when you called me a gay b-word,” she revealed. “So if the world really knew the hurtful things you told me before and I forgave you, you wouldn’t even understand. At the end of the day, no matter how you feel, I am your blood. I am your daughter.”

The vulnerable cry for acceptance and respect was met with concern and also praise for her ability to stand up for herself.

Social media users also pointed out that Boosie leaned on his Southern religious background to condemn his daughter while but hasn’t used the same ideology to check his own transgressions.

Boosie has been very open about hiring sex workers for his underage sons and nephews in an effort to force them into manhood “the right way” and recently threw his support behind Diddy amid his pending sexual assault trial. The “Wipe Me Down” rapper also has eight children by six different women, went to trial for an alleged murder charge, and is currently facing up to 10 years in prison for unlawful firearm possession as a convicted felon.

A true upstanding citizen.

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Fans were taken aback late last week when Tia Mowry revealed that she no longer feels “close” to her twin sister, Tamera Mowry, and now, the 46-year-old actress is clarifying her statement and Sister, Sister saying that it’s still all love between them.

In an interview with Us Weekly published on Sept. 24 surrounding the statement she made during the premiere of her WeTV docu-series Tia Mowry: My Next Act., Tia explained that she and her sister’s hectic lives as mothers and entrepreneurs have created some distance between them. She emphasized however that they still share a strong bond and “love” each other deeply.

“This is basically what I was insinuating: I feel like as we grow up, we all start our own families and their children need to lean on them,” the Sister, Sister star told Us Weekly.

“We begin to take on new roles and responsibilities within our lives. That is what that was all about,” Tia added.

“I love my sister very much. She loves me very much. We have a closeness and a beautiful connection. But that’s what that was all about. It’s just how life unfolds, and it happens with many families.”

A source also confirmed to E! News that the sister duo remain close, but clarified that Tia’s comments were referring to “their physical location.” The insider revealed that “Tamera lives in Napa and Tia lives in Los Angeles.”

Fans watched Tia and Tamera Mowry grow up on the beloved show Sister, Sister, which aired from 1994 to 1999. As adults, the sisters have pursued their own successful careers: Tia has starred in shows like The Game, while Tamera found a home as a host on The Real.

They are also entrepreneurs, with Tia co-founding Ansr Vitamins and Tamera running a thriving cooking channel on YouTube in addition to co-founding the popular Sister Wine brand. Both are devoted mothers—Tia shares sons Cree, 13, and Cairo, 6, with her ex-husband, Cory Hardrict, while Tamera and her husband, Adam Housley, share two children, Aden, 11, and Ariah, 9.

However, a busy life can sometimes feel isolating. Tia recently opened up about the loneliness she had experienced without her sister during the premiere of WeTV’s My Next Act. Reflecting on the changes in her life following her divorce from Cory Hardrict in October 2022. She revealed that her locational distance from Tamera has left her feeling “alone.”

“Being alone has been the most challenging part of my divorce,” she revealed during a confessional. “It’s times like this when I feel and wish that my sister and I were still close and I could pick up the phone and call her but that’s just not where we are right now.”

In her conversation with Us Weekly, Tia shared that she wasn’t surprised by the online uproar when fans expressed disbelief about her relationship with Tamera. However, she felt it was important to address and alleviate those concerns.

“When you’ve been in this industry for over 30 years, things are always taken out of context and it is what it is. The only thing that I can do is control my behaviors and be the best person that I could possibly be, and that’s what both of us are. We are incredible, inspiring examples, and we have been that all our lives. So, why change that now?” she said.

Despite feeling lonely at times, Tia has found peace and “healing” in her solitude.

“There’s beauty in solitude. There’s beauty in change. There’s beauty in understanding oneself — understanding your traumas, understanding your triggers. What role do I play in these transitions? What role have I played in my pain and suffering?” she added. “That has been something that has been in the forefront of my healing and my journey.”

Aww, it’s great to hear that everything is well between Tia and Tamera, and we’re excited for them to spend some time together soon!

What do YOU think about Tia’s “no longer close” to Tamera comments?

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Victoria Monét is speaking her Jaguar II truth. The songstress recently confirmed that she and her boo John Gaines, have split — but it’s “Alright.” Despite their relationship status, the former pair are actively working together to co-parent their 3-year-old daughter, Hazel.

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On Sept. 23, the “On My Mama” hitmaker and the fitness trainer shared a joint statement on X (formerly Twitter), announcing that they made an amicable decision to end their romantic relationship 10 months ago. They noted that they initially chose to avoid a formal statement but felt compelled to clarify their relationship status after receiving “questions” and “extremely false accusations” connected to their romance.

One such rumor alleged that the singer had started dating Gaines while he was dating another woman.

The duo reassured fans that “no infidelity, toxic behavior nor drama” led to the unexpected split. While they “still completely adore and respect each other” Victoria and John, who runs a fitness program called Gains by Gaines, revealed that they both had “some fundamental growing to do that would be best done apart” so that they can be the “best versions” of themselves for their daughter Hazel, who they welcomed in February 2021.

“It simply didn’t work out and that’s OK. We still think the world of each other and operate with love in every interaction for our family,” the pair continued. “We are committed to doing the inner work and trust that God will place us both where we belong in due time.”

Before announcing their decision, the couple reflected on whether they owed an explanation about their situation. They acknowledged how social media can distort reality and chose to be open to clarify their status and help with their healing process.

“To all our supporters, friends and family, thank you for your love, care and concern. Please allow us the peace and space to maintain a safe and happy environment to continue to co-parent the best of our ability for Hazel. We plan to remain a family regardless of our public facing title,” the former lovebirds added in their X statement.

How did Victoria and John meet?

According to Us Magazine, Victoria met John while filming the music video for her hit song “Moment” in 2020. It’s uncertain whether they were romantically involved then, but the video featured plenty of passionate kisses between the two. John made his public debut with Victoria in February, shortly after she became a three-time Grammy winner at the 2024 GRAMMYs, where their adorable then 2-year-old daughter cheered from the audience. The family turned heads on the red carpet in stylish outfits, causing a paparazzi frenzy.

In February 2021, John and Victoria proudly welcomed Hazel, announcing the news on Instagram with a touching photo of her tiny hand nestled between theirs. While they never married, Victoria shared in a September 2021 ESSENCE interview that marrying John was part of her big “plan.”

The Grammy winner added at the time;

“We’re completely in love and enjoying our new chapter … [Hazel has] really got him wrapped around her finger, and I’ve seen him change in ways that I know he didn’t expect. She’s growing us up.”

Sad to hear!

Wishing you all the best, John and Victoria.

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Are wedding bells ringing for Doja Cat???

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On Sept. 21, the 28-year-old singer took to the stage at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, where she caused quite a stir by flashing a large ring on her left hand during her performance. While singing a verse from her popular song, “Agora Hills,” the hitmaker popped out her hand and proudly flaunted her shiny ring to the audience, according to a video posted to X on Sept. 22.

Fans quickly began speculating whether the huge shiny rock meant she and her new boyfriend, Stranger Things star Joseph Quinn, were getting engaged. However, the excitement was short-lived. In a since-deleted post on X, Doja Cat—whose full name is Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini—swiftly shut down the rumors, leaving fans to breathe a sigh of relief or disappointment, depending on their perspective.

“No, I’m not engaged its a David Yurman ring with no rocks in it,” the “Paint The Town Red” singer penned on Sept. 22.

For now, it seems that romance is still in the air between the famous couple, but wedding plans are not on the horizon.

Doja Cat and Joseph Quinn were spotted packing on PDA in London last month.

In mid August, Doja Cat made her relationship with the 30-year-old actor official when the two were spotted sharing some affectionate moments during an outing in London. Photos obtained by the gossip blog DeuxMoi captured the “Say So” singer resting her head on the shoulder of the A Quiet Place: Day One actor as they enjoyed a night out at Dingwalls, looking cozy and carefree. The Independent reported that the two were also seen having drinks before their close encounter at Dingwalls.

The couple’s romance comes almost two years after Doja Cat first expressed her interest in the star following the release of Stranger Things Season 4, which caused a bit of drama at the time. Doja Cat contacted Noah Schnapp, a castmate of the Hollywood standout, asking him to let Joseph know to hit her up and to find out if he was single. Instead of passing along her message, Noah posted her request in a now-deleted TikTok in July 2022, captioning the photo with;

“Thirsty Doja.”

The Grammy-winner slammed Noah for being “so unbelievably socially unaware and wack,” in a TikTok video posted that same month.

Although she was frustrated by the sharing of her private DM, Doja Cat continued to express her crush on Joseph publicly. In a now-deleted X post from May 2022, she boldly stated;

“Joseph Quinn fine as s–t.”

Looks like Doja Cat manifested her man!

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Khadijah Haqq and Bobby McCray called it quits after 13 years of marriage, and the divorce drama is already getting messy over money as they each request spousal support. Haqq cited irreconcilable differences and the cause for the marriage’s dissolution. The couple’s differences are becoming apparent as they cannot agree on anything when it comes to ending their relationship.

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According to In Touch, Haqq filed for divorce on August 16. As a result, McCray filed a petition for spousal support on August 16. However, the mother of four is unwilling to cough up the cash. In fact, she requested that McCray’s petition be denied and then requested her soon-to-be ex pay her monthly support.

During the marriage, Haqq and McCray welcomed three children: Christian (13), Celine (10), and Kapri (3). Before he met Khloe Kardashian’s bestie, McCray had a son, Bobby III, making Haqq a stepmother. As for their three children together, Haqq is requesting primary physical and legal custody. In court paperwork, McCray asks for joint custody of their kids.

The 41-year-old mother is asking McCray to cover legal fees for the divorce proceedings, while McCray is asking Haqq to do the same. Additionally, Haqq listed their date of separation as July 17, 2023, the couple’s 13th wedding anniversary. McCray disagrees, stating the two separated on July 7, 2023.

As expected, the former couple have accrued property together. Haqq’s lawyer stated they are still determining how to split their assets.

“[Khadijah] is presently unaware of the full nature and extent of the community and quasi-community property assets and obligations. [Khadijah] seeks leave of Court to amend this Response when the same has been ascertained,” they said.

Khadijah Haqq Announced Divorce Via Social Media

Though the couple remained relatively quiet about their relationship, a year ago, Haqq decided it was best to announce her divorce from Bobby McCray, a former NFL player who notably played for the Philadelphia Eagles and the New Orleans Saints.

“Now more than ever I have been relying on prayer. Family is so important to me. Unfortunately, life has brought me to tremendous transition. After 13 years of marriage, 16 years together and 4 incredible children, I have come to the intensely difficult conclusion that while Bobby & I have a great deal of love for one other, it’s best we move forward separately.” Haqq announced. “I did not come to this decision lightly. For the most part, I have kept my relationship private for the benefit of our family. I share this not because I believe it’s newsworthy – But so that we go about our lives with honesty and to begin the journey of co-parenting. I’m so grateful for my incredible support system,” she wrote.

Khloe Kardashian has not publicly commented about her bestie’s divorce but is seemingly a part of her support group. According to In Touch, the two met just before the millennium in 1999 and have been tight ever since. Another part of their trio and Haqq’s twin sister Malika has also been supportive of her sister.

You may recall that Malika welcomed a baby boy with O.T. Genasis in 2020. The two called it quits before their son arrived but have reported a healthy and happy co-parenting relationship.

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Tia Kemp and Rick Ross‘ baby mama drama took a serious turn with threats to “send the feds” over accusations about the rapper’s dealings with Diddy and even murder. The two have taken to social media several times over the years to throw shade at one another. However, it looks like their rocky relationship is too far gone after Kemp’s recent rant.

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Kemp and Ross share one child, who is now 18 years old. Nevertheless, Kemp is seemingly fed up with Ross and his family because now she is accusing her child’s father of murder and murder-for-hire. The mother of three recently posted a new rant to Instagram in which she addressed Ross and his family. After Ross’s sister, Tawanda Roberts, accused Kemp of attacking her, Kemp responded directly to her.

“So we finna clock this tea right here, Renee,” Kemp began. “Since you want to stay keeping up s***, we finna talk about some real tea. Your brother over there paying people to put hits out and n***as running off with his money, and it’s getting back to me.”

According to HipHopDX, Kemp then threatened to alert the authorities.

“So now, I’m finna send the feds over there to y’all motherf***ing empire,” she stated.

To add fuel to the fire, Kemp began naming names, showing that she was serious. The “Aunt-Teas” podcast host alleged that Ross had something to do with the death of someone she called “Miss Carol.”

“Next, we’re going to talk about Miss Carol’s murder,” she stated. “Y’all know who Miss Carol is. You know that’s behind your brother. I’m finna make sure her family sues y’all whole estate ’cause that case [did] not [close]. You know the lady that was killed leaving from my momma house getting her hair done that time.”

Kemp doubled down on Ross’s involvement and implicated him in a separate murder.

“And it’s behind your brother and his drama. You know that. You know! ‘Bout that man who was killed in front of Black house,” she stated.

Tia Kemp Alleges That Rick Ross Is Involved In The Diddy Debacle

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While this is not the first time Kemp and Ross have taken low blows at one another, this might be the most shocking yet. However, Kemp also alluded to Ross’s involvement with Sean “Diddy” Combs. As BOSSIP reported, Combs was recently arrested on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Since Diddy’s downfall, Kemp has weaponized Ross’s relationship with Diddy for her online rants.

Most recently, Kemp stated that Ross is probably scared as he may appear on the footage Diddy created during his frequent parties and “freak-offs.”

“Don’t be scared now!” she stated. “No Diddy. You scared now, huh? I know you on them tapes. Freaky b****. I know you is. 10 children having motherf***er. I ain’t gonna let off you … What you quiet for? Nobody wants to see your Louis [Vuitton] outfits and sneakers, b****. Nobody don’t don’t care to see the jets no more. You running out of h*es now. Go over there and give Diddy a hug. Go ride the bike with him, you fat b***h.”

At this time, Rick Ross nor his time has addressed the allegations.

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Chingy was about to give Trump supporters what he got for a pork chop but the internet bullied him into changing his mind.

The St. Louis rapper initially defended his right to perform whurrrever his fans are willing to see him but seems to have had a change of heart after social media turned him every which way but loose. In response to criticism he said,

“I’m a say this one time. MY JOB IS TO PERFORM AND I GET PAID TO PERFORM, NOT CAURR ABOUT POLITICS. NOW YALL FIND SUMIN ELSE TO DO WITH YURR TIME.”

He also took time to address fans who were worried that he’d fallen on hard times and needed to make a quick coin. After all, tickets for the event start at $1,000.

“You can’t be down bad when you just bought a 500k house pimp,” he said. “Those people don’t hate me because they love my music. Music isn’t racist and that’s how I play it.

“All this nonsense y’all creating bothers me none. I’m a performer, whether these people are political, homosexual, or whatever—they all love music… I have classic records they all love, and I will perform them for them. So I hope that helps you understand that my job as an artist is to perform and make timeless music. That I did.”

The age old “music doesn’t see color” adage. How fitting. After going on to respond to several commenters on social media, Chingy ultimately decided to pull out of the performance.

“YOU KNO WHAT JUS CAUSE I DONT WANT TO BE IN THE MIDDLE OF THIS MESS. I HAVE DECLINED PERFORMING AND NO IM NOT A TRUMP SUPPORTER NOT SUPPORTER OF ANYONE ELSE BUT CHINGY. THURR YOU HAVE IT,” he said.

Glad he cleared that up. In the meantime, the “Holidae Inn” rapper was honored by his hometown of St. Louis with an official Chingy Day. The new local holiday was celebrated on Sept. 14.

Here are a few funny tweets about the odd situation:

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Mariah The Scientist revealed Young Thug spent most of their relationship in prison, but she still holds him down in court just to “breathe his air.”

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It was all vibes and real talk when singer Mariah The Scientist and rapper Latto sat down with WNBA superstar Angel Reese on her hit new podcast, Unapologetically Angel. During the candid conversation, Mariah opened up about her relationship with Young Thug, real name Jeffrey Williams, who’s currently facing federal RICO charges. And let’s just say, love knows no bounds—even behind bars.

Mariah didn’t hold back as she shared what it’s been like standing by her man since his arrest in 2022. “I love my man…if somebody told me that a few months into my relationship, my man would get locked up – he’s been locked up now for longer than we were together before he got locked up,” she revealed.

Angel, always quick with the relatable take, compared Mariah’s situation to a long-distance relationship. Mariah agreed, laughing as she said, “At least I get to see him in court,” adding that sometimes she goes just to “breathe his air.”

Young Thug Calls In The Middle Of Mariah The Scientist Dishing About Their Relationship

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If you’ve ever had a loved one locked up, you know those calls can come at any moment. Right in the middle of the sit-down, Mariah received a call from none other than Young Thug himself. Without skipping a beat, she briefly updated him on where she was, exchanged sweet “I love you’s,” and got right back into the convo with Angel and Latto. It was a real-life moment that showed just how dedicated she is to her relationship.

For Mariah, this love story started just months before Thug’s arrest. The couple made headlines when rumors of their romance were confirmed in her music video for Walked In, where the two “got married” on screen. Since his arrest, Mariah has been a constant presence in court, holding it down for her man while the trial continues. As of now, Young Thug remains behind bars awaiting a verdict, but that hasn’t stopped Mariah from staying strong and standing by him.

Between Mariah’s openness about her relationship and Latto’s fun energy, this was one sit-down you didn’t want to miss!

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Kim Porter‘s book has officially hit (digital) shelves, and everyone is scrambling to read it. The book Kim’s Lost Words: A Journey for Justice from the Other Side was released on Amazon just days before Sean “Diddy” Combs‘ arrest on human trafficking and racketeering. The tell-all book details Porter’s experience while in a relationship with the disgraced music mogul.

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As BOSSIP reported, Combs was arrested on September 16, 2024. On September 17, the 14-page indictment detailing all of the Bad Boy founder’s alleged crimes was released. However, on September 6, days before his arrest, Porter’s book became available for sale on Amazon.

Though the book was published under the name Jamal T. Millwood, now that Diddy is behind bars, Chris Todd feels comfortable revealing his identity. Todd is a music producer who reportedly received the information for the book from a friend of Porter’s. According to Daily Mail, Todd claims Porter gave her close friends a flash drive with the manuscript on it before her death.

“This is a dangerous situation, and I didn’t want to claim ownership of Kim’s words. But now I’m willing to come forward because of the recent arrest of Sean Combs. Now [that] the federal government has finally acted, I feel safer to come forward,” Todd told the outlet.

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Nearly two weeks after its release, the book shot to No. 1 on Amazon’s Bestsellers list. The memoir gives disturbing recounts of the abuse that Porter received. Nevertheless, Todd, who was named co-author of the book, lacks hard evidence of Porter’s experiences.

“I was lucky enough to meet someone that purported to have Kim Porter’s flash drive,” he told the media outlet. “I know the celebrity source pretty well. I know how close they were to Kim and Diddy, and all the people in the hip-hop community. This was supposedly for Kim Porter, from the grave, to come forward and tell her story,” Todd stated.

Kim died of a reported pneumonia in 2018. She was a mother of four, three of which she shared with Combs.

Diddy Is Put On Suicide Watch After Being Denied Bail

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Before and after his arrest, Combs’ attorneys have been fighting for his release. Though he understands he must stand trial, Combs hoped to wait out the trial from home. With hopes of doing so, the father of seven offered $50 million bail. He also promised to refrain from having female visitors outside of his family, give up access to his phone and the internet, and leave witnesses alone. However, Judge Andre Carter, Jr. was not convinced.

“There is no condition or combination of conditions to ensure he will not obstruct justice or tamper with witnesses,” Judge Carter stated.

Combs’ request for bail was denied twice. He remains an inmate at the Metropolitan Detention Center until further notice. Combs was placed on a routine suicide watch due to the high-profile nature of the case. His attorney states that while being on suicide watch, Combs is strong and preparing for trial.

“Mr. Combs is strong, healthy and focused on his defense. He is committed to fighting this case and has full confidence in both his legal team and the truth,” Marc Agnifilo said.

Even after facing several allegations and charges, Combs maintains his innocence and that his “lifestyle” is not a crime. A trial date has not been set.

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Insecure alum and How To Die Alone creator Natasha Rothwell felt a sisterly connection when she met TikTok sensation Reesa Teesa of the viral “Who TF Did I Marry?” series.

According to PEOPLE, the pair are set to adapt the 52-part social media hit into a TV series and Rothwell says she felt an instant camaraderie to both her story as well as who she was as a person.

“It was not her trauma that interested me and [made me] want to throw my hat in the ring, it was her — who she is as a person, how she survived all of it — and viral fame, how she’s surviving that,” she said. I was like, ‘Oh, now this is when I lean in.’”

After winning an intense bidding war for production rights, Rothwell was able to seal the deal on bringing Reesa Teesa‘s story to Hollywood and met up with her in person for the first time last month. She said the two felt “like twins” right from the start.

“We were just in such a mutual love bubble of just enjoying each other and understanding each other and learning about each other,” she said.

Though social media came to know Reesa Teesa through a riveting and insane story about her ex-husband, Rothwell promises to bring more to the table than what we’ve already heard.

“I’m definitely excited to approach her story in a 360 [degree] way and not just…retell the story we’ve all consumed,” she said. “I think she’s far more interesting than what has happened to her.”

In the meantime, Rothwell has her hands full after the premiere of How To Die Alone. The critically acclaimed Hulu series has everyone celebrating on her behalf. After making us fall in love with her as Kelly on Issa Rae’s Insecure and causing us all to root for her on HBO’s White Lotus, Rothwell is finally taking the lead role in a show that chronicles the loneliness and monotony of adulthood.

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New video footage reveals the moment of Sean “Diddy” Combs arrest for federal sex trafficking charges in a Manhattan hotel lobby.

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Diddy’s downfall played out in lawsuits, courtrooms, headlines, and even federal raids. Yet it was hard to imagine what could be the larger-than-life figure’s last moments of freedom until now. TMZ secured surveillance footage of federal agents swarming Diddy and his entourage to take him into custody.

On Monday evening, the disgraced mogul and members of his crew were walking into the lobby of the Park Hyatt New York hotel. Several men surrounded Diddy, who wore a black trench coat. As soon as he stepped foot inside, two agents flagged him down. His associates all looked confused as law enforcement escorted him away from the group.

Diddy came to New York City expecting an indictment from the federal grand jury. However, he reportedly planned to surrender himself on Tuesday. The feds pouncing on Monday night clearly caught him and his team completely off-guard.

When the clip continues, Diddy is already in handcuffs as the men lead him away to an elevator. The perp walk continued through the front doors of the hotel where Diddy was just hanging out moments before the arrest. Those agents cut short what looked like a final victory lap.

As BOSSIP previously reported, Diddy faces charges of “racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution.” Despite repeated pleas to release the music mogul while he awaits trial, the judge denied Diddy bail again on Thursday.

Prosecutors strongly argued against his release, alleging that Diddy tampered with witnesses. Judge Tarnofsky’s ruling deemed that the Bad Boy founder was a threat to public safety and people testifying the case against him. The court documents also allege “forced labor, kidnapping, arson, bribery and obstruction of justice.”

For now, he remains behind bars on suicide watch at the Metropolitan Detention Center in New York City. Some reactions suspected these reports were to drum up sympathy for the alleged repeat “Freakoff” offender. However, his attorney, Marc Agnifilo, set the record straight that Diddy is “not at all suicidal.”

The lawyer clarified to TMZ that this suicide watch is a routine measure for high-profile prisoners like Diddy. Instead, he claims that his client is still “strong, healthy, confident and focused on his defense.”

And BOSSIP is focused on covering updates as this story develops…