Singer and actor Ray J who has over a decade-long friendship with Sean “Diddy” Combs, recently shared his thoughts on the troubling allegations surrounding the hip-hop mogul. In an appearance on “CUOMO,” Ray J addressed the serious charges against Diddy, his experiences within the mogul’s inner circle, and what lies ahead for the hip-hop industry.
As previously reported, Diddy was arrested last week on charges of federal racketeering and sex trafficking, following extensive raids by Department of Homeland Security agents on two of his residences. He’s now facing a growing number of civil lawsuits from multiple victims, alleging abuse and sexual assault.
Ray J described the allegations as “hurtful” and “confusing” for those who have looked up to Diddy, stating to NewsNation that he—and many others—were unaware of the the mogul’s renowned parties.
“We’ve never seen the stuff that’s being said,” he explained, expressing disbelief at the revelations. “I’ve never been in those rooms that people are talking about, and I didn’t even know they existed.” He added that many in the industry share his sentiments.
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The “Sexy Can I” artist went on to stress, “We need to take this moment to reflect,” he urged, “not to criticize, but to find a better way to move forward as leaders in this culture we inhabit.”
Diddy, meanwhile, has denied all allegations against him and remains in custody at a New York federal jail after being denied bail on two occasions.
The downfall of Diddy began when his ex girlfriend Cassie Ventura sued him back in November for sexual assault, sec trafficking and more. However, the next day they were able to settle the case. While it seemed like he was in the clear, it only opened up a fire storm of other legal cases against him, with many sharing similar allegation and worse.
Despite that, Diddy denies any wrongdoing. “Mr. Combs is a fighter,” his lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, previously said. He’s going to fight this to the end. He’s innocent.”
