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Sean "Diddy" Combs faces backlash after a video allegedly shows him assaulting Cassie in 2016. Combs apologizes, but the Los Angeles DA cannot press charges due to the statute of limitations. The disturbing incident sparks outrage and discussions about domestic abuse and accountability in the entertainment industry.

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The story revolves around a resurfaced video from 2016 showing rapper and entrepreneur Sean Diddy Combs, also known as Diddy, allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in a Los Angeles hotel. Diddy's former assistant, Suzi Siegel, expressed that she was not surprised by the video as her intuition had previously led her to believe that the rapper had a violent side. The Los Angeles District Attorney, George Gascon, stated that it was too late to press charges against Diddy due to the statute of limitations. Several celebrities, including Kristin Chenoweth, spoke out about surviving domestic abuse and the lasting physical and spiritual impact such violence can have.

Following the release of the video, outrage and calls for justice emerged from various sources including 50 Cent, who condemned Diddy for the alleged assault. Diddy's son, Christian Combs, shared moments from a trip to Brazil amidst the circulating video. While there were widespread reactions to the footage, the District Attorney's office in Los Angeles mentioned that they could not bring charges against Diddy due to legal constraints, despite acknowledging the video's disturbing nature. Revolt, a music cable network formerly associated with Diddy, also reacted to the video months after Diddy had stepped down as their chairman.

Cassie's husband, Alex Fine, broke his silence following the video's release; however, in a surprising turn of events, it was reported that Cassie and Diddy had settled a lawsuit quickly after the alleged assault to prevent the hotel tape from being made public. Despite the shock and condemnation from various quarters, the legal repercussions indicated that Diddy would not face prosecution for the incident, much to the dismay of those seeking accountability.

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Virality Score 6.3

Change in Rank +7

Thread Age 71 days

Number of Articles 220

Political Leaning

Left 43.8%

Center 22.9%

Right 33.3%

Regional Coverage

US 83.0%

Non-US 17.0%

Recent Coverage

Diddy Apologizes for Attacking Cassie in 2016 Video

Vulture - 69 days ago - Following the release of graphic surveillance video on showing Diddy physically abusing Cassie at a Los Angeles hotel in 2016, the rapper has now apologized in a video posted to Instagram.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Says He’s ‘Disgusted’ By Video Of Him Beating Cassie In 2016

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs apologizes over video of assault: ‘I hit rock bottom’

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Sean "Diddy" Combs apologizes for alleged attack seen in 2016 surveillance video

CBS News - 69 days ago - Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.

Diddy Issued An Apology To Cassie For His ‘Inexcusable Behavior’ Shown In A Gruesome Hotel Hallway Security Video

UpRoxx - 69 days ago - The disgraced mogul previously denied claims of being physically abusive.

Diddy Posts Apology Video for Cassie Beating

TMZ - 69 days ago - Diddy's uttering his first words about the videotaped beating of Cassie ... saying he "takes full responsibility for his actions," and claims he's already gone to rehab.

Diddy Breaks Silence on Video of Him Assaulting Cassie: 'I'm Truly Sorry'

ET Online - 69 days ago - On Friday, a video was released showing Diddy assaulting his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in 2016.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs reacts to viral video of him allegedly beating Cassie: 'I'm disgusted'

Fox News - 69 days ago - Sean 'Diddy' Combs breaks his silence on the video that appeared to show him beating his then-girlfriend Cassie, saying he's "disgusted" with himself.

Diddy Addresses Leaked Video Of Him Assaulting Cassie

Stereogum - 69 days ago - A few days ago, surveillance video was released by CNN that showed Sean “Diddy” Combs physically assaulting Cassie Ventura in 2016. Last year, Cassie sued Diddy for rape and repeated physical abuse. While that lawsuit was settled within a couple days, numerous other allegations about Diddy’s abuse and misconduct came to light. In March, federal agents raided his homes in Los Angeles and Miami on suspicion of sex trafficking, sexual assault, and the solicitation and distribution of illegal narcotics and firearms.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs makes shocking statement after video of him beating Cassie Ventura in 2016 surfaces: ‘I was f–ked up’

Page Six - 69 days ago - “It’s so difficult to reflect on the darkest times in your life, but sometimes you got to do that,” the rapper said in the video posted to Instagram on Sunday.

Diddy Issues Official Announcement … Apologize & Admit To Drug Use! - Media Take Out

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Former Assistant Not Shocked By Video Showing Rapper Beating Ex-Girlfriend Cassie

The Gateway Pundit - 69 days ago - Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former assistant expressed no shock at the recent video showing the rapper violently assaulting his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in a hotel.

Why It Took 8 Years For The Video of Diddy Assaulting Cassie To Be Leaked

The Root - 69 days ago - Aside from the famous friends and highlife we associate Diddy with, we’ve all heard of the dark rumors surrounding the Hip-Hop mogul.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs' ex-assistant not surprised at Cassie Ventura video as ‘intuition’ told her rapper is violent

Hindustan Times - 69 days ago - A former assistant of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has said that the video of him violently assaulting his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura is not surprising

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' former assistant says she was not surprised by video showing rapper beating then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in hotel hallway

NY Post - 69 days ago - Suzi Siegel said “there was not one cell in my body that was surprised” by the video.