Singer Dawn Richard Sues Sean “Diddy” Combs for Abuse and Unpaid Income

Singer Dawn Richard Sues Sean “Diddy” Combs for Abuse and Harassment

In a shocking turn of events, singer Dawn Richard has filed a lawsuit against music producer Sean “Diddy” Combs, alleging years of psychological and physical abuse, including groping. Richard, who gained fame through Combs’ bands and the MTV reality show “Making the Band,” is seeking unspecified damages and millions of dollars in income she claims she was denied.

According to the lawsuit, Richard endured explosive temper tantrums, violent threats, and sexually charged environments while working with Combs. She accuses him of withholding earnings, stealing copyrighted works, and subjecting her to groping, assault, and false imprisonment.

The lawsuit also details instances where Combs made demeaning remarks about Richard’s body, demanded she strip down to her underwear, and groped her bare buttocks and chest area. Richard claims that Combs’ abusive behavior occurred in public settings and in the presence of record company employees, making them potentially liable as well.

Combs’ representatives have denied the allegations, stating that Richard’s lawsuit is an attempt to rewrite history and secure a payday. They point to Richard’s continued collaboration with Combs over the years, including a recent appearance on “The Love Album,” as evidence that her claims are false.

The lawsuit comes in the wake of a federal criminal investigation into Combs’ behavior, sparked by a 2016 hotel security video showing him physically assaulting R&B singer Cassie. Both Richard and Cassie have now come forward as victims of Combs’ abuse, joining the #MeToo movement in the music industry.

As the case unfolds in court, the music industry will be watching closely to see how it impacts the power dynamics and treatment of artists by industry moguls like Combs.