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High-Profile Names Dragged Into Legal Battle
Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing yet another lawsuit, but this time, the case has caught even more public attention due to the high-profile names attached. A new legal filing alleges that Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and LeBron James were witnesses to an incident at a party Diddy hosted in 2015. The accusations come amid ongoing legal troubles for the music mogul, including sex trafficking and racketeering claims.
Serious Allegations Surface
The lawsuit, filed by Joseph Manzaro in Florida, accuses Diddy of sexual assault and other misconduct at a private event referred to as a “Freak-Off” party. The filing claims that Manzaro was subjected to humiliation, including being forced to wear a penis mask, before being assaulted. The lawsuit also alleges that the event was attended by several prominent figures, including Grammy-winning artists and a basketball superstar.
According to court documents, Manzaro was drugged and transported to Miami’s Star Island for the party. He claims that upon arriving, he was taken through a back entrance of a property linked to Emilio and Gloria Estefan. Gloria allegedly noticed his “drug-induced stupor” and suggested calling an ambulance, though the lawsuit does not clarify whether medical assistance was provided.
Star-Studded Guest List Questioned
The legal filing specifically names Beyoncé and Jay-Z as witnesses at the party. However, Jay-Z’s attorney, Alex Spiro, quickly dismissed these claims, stating, “Mr. Carter wasn’t in Florida at that time to witness this incident. He was engaged in easily findable public activities that prove he was not at this event.” Public records show that Jay-Z was in New York on April 1, 2015, for the launch of his music streaming service, Tidal.
Similarly, a representative for LeBron James has denied his presence at the alleged gathering, asserting that “LeBron was playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers throughout April 2015 and was never in Miami.”
Diddy’s Defense Team Responds
Diddy’s legal team has strongly pushed back against the lawsuit, calling it another attempt to gain media attention. “This complaint demonstrates the depraved lengths plaintiffs will travel to garner headlines in pursuit of a payday,” read a statement from his representatives. “No sane person reading this complaint could credit this story.”
Meanwhile, other figures named in the suit have also spoken out. A spokesperson for Emilio and Gloria Estefan denied the accusations outright, clarifying that the property in question was never their primary residence and had not hosted any parties during the years cited. “We have all necessary documentation to support these facts and will provide it to the court,” the statement added.
Skepticism Surrounds the Case
While the lawsuit raises serious allegations, legal experts and public scrutiny have questioned the credibility of the claims. Brendan Paul, identified in the suit as Diddy’s alleged “drug mule,” has also spoken out through his attorney, who dismissed the claims as “an April Fool’s Day joke.”
With multiple high-profile individuals denying their involvement, the case appears to be on shaky ground. However, as with any legal battle of this magnitude, the final judgment will rest with the courts. For now, the latest lawsuit against Diddy has further fueled an already intense public discussion about his past and present legal challenges.