Diddy Faces Backlash Over Assault Footage; Apology Questioned by Celebrities and Advocates
May 21, 2024Hotel surveillance footage shows Sean 'Diddy' Combs assaulting ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, leading to backlash and criticism.
Celebrities including Charlamagne Tha God, Aubrey O'Day, and 50 Cent question the sincerity of Combs' apology.
Alyssa Farah Griffin shares her experience with domestic abuse on The View, highlighting power dynamics in abusive relationships.
Footage supports Cassie's allegations in a lawsuit against Combs, which has been settled.
Combs calls his behavior 'inexcusable,' while Cassie's attorney labels it 'disturbing and predatory.'
Former Bad Boy Records artist Shyne stresses the importance of standing against violence towards women.
Response to Diddy's apology remains mostly negative, with doubts about his remorse affecting his public image and music career.
Resources like the National Domestic Violence Hotline are available for those in need.
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The New York Times • May 19, 2024
Sean Combs Apologizes After Video Shows Him Assaulting CassieCBS News • May 19, 2024
Sean "Diddy" Combs apologizes for alleged attack seen in 2016 surveillance videoLos Angeles Times • May 20, 2024
Will Sean 'Diddy' Combs' apology help? Some see hypocrisy behind words - Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles Times • May 20, 2024
Cassie, Shyne dismiss Sean 'Diddy' Combs' video apology - Los Angeles Times