Singer, Cassie Ventura, has filed a lawsuit against renowned music mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, accusing him of a decade-long ordeal of abuse, rape, and sex trafficking. The lawsuit, filed under New York’s Adult Survivors Act, paints a disturbing picture of Ventura’s time with Combs, whom she describes as a controlling and cruel individual.
The saga began in 2005 when Cassie, 19 at the time, met Combs, 37, and was signed to his label, Bad Boy Records. What followed, according to the lawsuit, was a harrowing journey into a fast-paced, drug-fueled lifestyle and a romantic relationship with Combs, who wielded significant power in the entertainment industry.
Ventura alleges frequent physical assaults, often witnessed by Combs’ staff and employees of his businesses. Following these violent episodes, Combs reportedly showered her with gifts, a classic pattern of behavior observed in cases of abuse.
The lawsuit details instances of extreme violence, such as an incident in 2012 during Paris Fashion Week when Combs allegedly told Ventura he planned to blow up Kid Cudi’s car. Kid Cudi’s car did explode around that time, according to the suit.
The abuse extended to forced sexual encounters with male sex workers, termed “Freak Offs” (FOs), orchestrated by Combs. The lawsuit describes these encounters as multi-day events fueled by drugs and explicit acts, often filmed by Combs.
Cassie recounts that, even after attempting to escape, Combs’ vast network consistently found her, pressuring her to return. The rapper allegedly used threats, including carrying a gun in her purse and orchestrating violent incidents, to maintain control.
In September 2018, after what she believed to be her final separation, Ventura joined Combs for dinner in Malibu, only to be raped when she returned home. She took subsequent steps to sever all ties with him, including ending her record deal.
The legal filing reveals the profound impact of the trauma on Ventura. The arrival of her two children, she disclosed, has granted her a newfound perspective and bestowed upon her a sense of purpose. Save for the months when she was expecting, Ventura grappled with substance abuse, a struggle instigated and exacerbated by her former partner.
She sought solace in substances to silence the haunting memories of coerced acts during the scheduled “Freak Offs” (FOs) and the physical assaults endured throughout her relationship. These experiences led to challenges in eating, sleeping, and strained relationships with her family, accompanied by persistent thoughts of self-harm.
Ventura eventually admitted herself to an inpatient program at a rehabilitation center, where she underwent intensive therapy and received comprehensive medical care to overcome the aftermath of the abuse she suffered at the hands of Puff Daddy.
The lawsuit seeks accountability not only from Combs but also from his businesses, including Bad Boy Entertainment, Bad Boy Records, Epic Records, and Combs Enterprises LLC. With the recent legal developments, this case is probable to have far-reaching consequences for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and the entertainment industry.
Read the full lawsuit file here
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