Fact Check; Did Sean Diddy Combs Predict His Arrest In The Past? Resurfaced Interview Explored

In a recently resurfaced 1999 interview, Sean 'Diddy' Combs honestly stated the problems of holding his extravagant parties predicting that authorities would eventually shut them down and arrest him.

By Sakina Kaukawala

Published on Sep 24, 2024 | 05:58 PM IST | 59.7K

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Trigger Warning: This article contains references to rape and abuse.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' past has come under investigation with his recent indictment on serious charges, including sex trafficking. A resurfaced interview from 1999 sparked new scrutiny, in which Combs appeared to predict legal troubles tied to his famous parties.

In a 1999 interview with Entertainment Tonight, Sean 'Diddy' Combs talked about the challenges of throwing his wild parties. He stated the difficulty he had with getting permits, saying, "They won’t even give me a permit for the parties no more. They don’t want me to throw the parties no more, but we ain’t gonna stop." Combs went on to say that he will continue to host these events, despite opposition from authorities.

Combs brought up the possibility of being arrested for his parties, adding, "You’re gonna hear about my parties. They’re gonna be shutting them down. They’re gonna probably be arresting me, doing all types of crazy things just ’cause we wanna have a good time."

At the time of the interview, Combs defined his events as more than just parties. He described them as settings that broke racial and generational barriers. He proudly mentioned situations such as actor Ron Perlman speaking with rapper Jay-Z at one of these events as examples of bringing people from diverse backgrounds together.

Combs said that the criticism against his parties resulted from intimidation. He said that whenever you bring up a different element into people's environment, things that broaden people's horizons, people get intimidated. This framing showed his social gatherings as progressive, but recent developments in his legal issues have presented them in a far more negative light.

Combs was indicted on serious charges in September 2024, including racketeering conspiracy, forced sex trafficking, and transportation for prostitution. He was arrested in New York City and is still in custody.

The indictment alleges that Combs conducted a criminal organization that involved sex trafficking, forced labor, and other serious crimes. During a raid on his properties in March, federal agents reportedly found narcotics, firearms, and other incriminating evidence.

Prosecutors claim Combs coerced and abused women and others in his life to fulfill his sexual desires, and that he ran drug-fueled Freak Offs. Court filings state that these events included physical abuse, coercion, and illegal activities.

According to the indictment, Combs maintained control over his victims by using violence, promising career opportunities, and monitoring their personal lives.

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