New Allegations Surface Against Sean 'Diddy' Combs: A Timeline of Abuse Claims
A woman has filed a lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, accusing him and his bodyguard of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 2001. Thalia Graves claims the incident was filmed, revealing a disturbing pattern of behavior from the music mogul. This lawsuit follows a series of recent allegations against Combs, including charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering and sex trafficking.
Graves, now 45, recounts how she met Combs through her then-boyfriend, an employee at his record label, Bad Boy. During a meeting in the summer of 2001, she alleges Combs offered her a glass of wine, after which she became incapacitated. Upon regaining consciousness, she found herself in a Manhattan studio, bound and assaulted by both Combs and his bodyguard, Joseph Sherman. The lawsuit claims that Combs recorded the assault and shared the footage with others, adding to the trauma Graves has endured over the years.
Graves has stated that she suffered severe emotional and physical distress following the incident, including PTSD and suicidal thoughts. Her allegations come amid a wave of similar accusations against Combs, who has faced over ten lawsuits related to sexual misconduct in the past year. As the legal battles unfold, the public is left questioning the extent of the abuse and the accountability of those in power.
- Graves' lawsuit not only targets Combs but also Joseph Sherman, who has denied the allegations, asserting he was not employed by Combs at the time of the incident. The lawsuit claims that Graves was intimidated into silence for years, fearing repercussions for herself and her family. The recent lawsuit comes on the heels of another high-profile case involving R&B singer Cassie, who settled with Combs after alleging years of abuse. This pattern of allegations has drawn significant media attention, prompting discussions about the culture of silence surrounding sexual violence in the entertainment industry. As details continue to emerge, the legal landscape for Combs appears increasingly precarious. With federal charges looming and a growing number of civil lawsuits, many are watching closely to see how these allegations will impact his career and legacy.
