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A Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and close friend of R&B singer Cassie, has released a candid open letter to rap mogul Diddy. The letter revealed more shocking details about their alleged experiences. 

‘Dear Sean Combs’

On Thursday, Dec. 7, Tiffany Red, a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and close friend of Cassie penned an open letter to Diddy. In the letter, Red addresses her fears for her safety stands in solidarity with Cassie, and shares her encounters with Diddy. 

The open letter, published in Rolling Stone, delves into the Bad Boy CEO’s alleged abusive behavior and control over Cassie, shedding light on a dark side of the music industry. Tiffany Red begins her open letter by writing:

“Dear Sean Combs, I’m stepping forward to recount my experience as a witness to events detailed in my friend Cassandra Ventura’s now-settled civil lawsuit against you. I’m breaking my silence, freeing myself form haunting recollections, standing in solidarity with Cassie, and standing up for myself. I fear for my safety as her suit alludes to me, although not by name. I hope that revealing my identity to the public will afford me some measure of protection.”

Red recounted the history of her and Cassie’s relationship, as the two became friends in 2015 when Tiffany co-wrote songs for Cassie’s album that was never released. Tiffany Redd alluded to Diddy never releasing the album. She further stated:

“I’m one of the friends mentioned in her lawsuit, specifically from the night of her 29th birthday, as detailed in the section labeled ‘Mr. Combs Forces Ms. Ventura Into Sex Trafficking.’”

‘Loyal’

Following this, Red detailed the first time she met Diddy, which occurred in August 2015 at a surprise party that Diddy threw for Cassie’s 29th birthday at a hotel in Los Angeles. 

Upon their meeting, Redd stated that Diddy approached her, saying, “So you’re the one writing all these songs about me?” She responded with a yes, to which Diddy remarked, “That means she’s talking to you, huh?”

The singer-songwriter explained that she and Cassie collaborated on a song titled “Loyal,” which Diddy did not like. Redd then shared Cassie’s lyrics for the first verse, which went:

“I don’t know what is real, I just know how I feel, and you keep acting like you don’t know what you did wrong, trying to get me to chill. Since we ain’t been together, I been on some whatever.”

Tiffany went on to describe her encounter with Diddy’s security guards, where one of them approached her, saying, “I heard a lot about you, Tiffany,” which ultimately creeped her out and, to her, was “super intimidating.” She stated:

“It felt like you both wanted me to know that you knew who I was and you didn’t like how close I was to her.”

The ‘Blind Dragon’ Incident

After those events transpired, it was alleged that Cassie expressed a desire to go to a karaoke spot called Blind Dragon on Sunset Blvd with friends. 

Diddy, however, was displeased with Cassie’s decision to leave, and his entourage hovered over her, attempting to discourage her from doing so. Shortly after their departure, Diddy followed the two. Allegedly, Diddy pulled Cassie out of the private karaoke room, and Tiffany claimed that Cassie appeared afraid. 

The karaoke night was abruptly cut short, prompting Cassie to ask Tiffany and two other friends if they would meet her back at her place and stay the night. Cassie explained that she planned to stop to grab a bag and then leave with Diddy. Tiffany stated:

“Prior to this incident, she had confided in me that you were physically abusive, and the way you were that night was alarming to me. I didn’t want to leave her alone.” Tiffany ultimately went to Cassie’s home, where she claimed she was awakened by Diddy screaming, saying, “Emotional singing bitch, where are you?!” As Tiffany walked out of the bedroom, Diddy said to her, “Emotional singing b*tch, there you are.” 

She explained that Diddy appeared intoxicated, and Cassie seemed “withdrawn and sedated.” He then started yelling at them, saying:

“Tell your girl she wants some birthday d*ck. I flew all the way from Miami. She’s going to get this birthday d*ck.” Tiffany told him, “She doesn’t have to have sex with you if she doesn’t want to.” 

As Diddy continued to scream, “She’s going to get this d*ck.” Following those events, it was alleged that Cassie told Tiffany that Diddy made her participate in a “Freak Off,” as mentioned in the lawsuit, where Diddy would allegedly force Cassie to have sex with male prostitutes.

‘You’re Right, Puff. Enough is Enough’

As all of these events unfolded, Tiffany also revealed that she was part of Cassie’s management team in 2019, which was a year after Cassie left Diddy. She claimed she saw the mogul try to “silence” the R&B singer by attempting to “tie a non-disparagement clause to the record deal termination agreement.” She felt it was “unjust.”

Following the release of the letter, Tiffany Red has taken to social media to further highlight it. She took to Instagram, writing, “You’re right, Puff. Enough is Enough,” which alludes to Diddy’s statement as he broke his silence since his fourth sexual abuse allegation was publicized.

She continued, “#Free, Love you Cas, Pause to read. Thank you, GOD, for holding me through this. Thank you @rollingstone for giving my voice and my story a platform. Thank you to my support system and @the100percenters_ team, as this journey has been heavy. #Diddy.” 
The full letter is available here.

Updated By: Yasmine Duhé (12/8/23 at 4:00 pm)

Diddy’s Ex-Bodyguard Accuses Hip-Hop Mogul Of Plotting To Exploit Danity Kane Members

Diddy, the renowned music mogul, is mired in controversy once again as shocking allegations emerge from his former bodyguard, Gene Deal. In a recent interview, Deal claimed that the hip-hop mogul had planned to hook all the members of the girl group Danity Kane on drugs and exploit them by pimping them out to his acquaintances. 

More Shocking Allegations

This hair-raising revelation comes amidst a lawsuit filed by R&B singer and former girlfriend Cassie, who accused Diddy of physical and sexual abuse during their decade-long relationship. 

As more details unfold, it becomes evident that Diddy’s dark secrets are gradually coming to light. Horrifying accusations have surfaced from Diddy’s former bodyguard, Gene Deal, shedding light on a disturbing plan to use and exploit the members of Danity Kane. 

Deal revealed in a recent interview with The Art of Dialogue that Diddy had made explicit remarks, stating:

“Imma drug them out and pimp them out to my n*ggas,” allegedly referring to the girl group members. 

NDAs

Danity Kane, originally formed and created by Bad Boy Records, consisted of Aubrey O’Day, Dawn Richard, Shannon Bex, D. Woods, and Aundrea Fimbres. 

The group experienced commercial success with hit singles such as “Damaged” and “Show Stopper.” Moreover, the claims made by Gene Deal suggest that only some of the members of Danity Kane signed non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). He stated:

“They have NDAs, non-disclosures, but there are some artists that didn’t say anything , didn’t sign it, and they are able to talk about anything they want to. And they were these girls, Danity Kane, I think a couple of them didn’t sign it. They’re probably going to go after him too.”

Former member Aubrey O’Day previously disclosed in September 2023 that she did not sign an NDA, revealing that Bad Boy Records had approached her regarding relinquishing her publishing rights but insisted that she should sign an NDA in exchange.

Updated By: Yasmine Duhé (11/29/23 at 3:00 pm)

Diddy’s Former Bodyguard Shares Further Explosive Details On Recent Cassie Allegations

Diddy’s former head of security, Roger Bonds, has taken to social media to speak further on the allegations made by R&B singer and ex-girlfriend Cassie, against the Bad Boy mogul. 

Bonds Speaks Out

On Nov. 16, Cassie filed a lawsuit against Diddy, alleging him of sexual and physical abuse throughout their relationship. 

The lawsuit was later settled, with the hip-hop mogul agreeing to the terms within 24 hours of it being filed. Following the settlement, Diddy’s former bodyguard, Roger Bonds, decided to share his perspective.

Taking to his Instagram story, Bonds wrote:

“This is not meant to be threats or snitching or anything like that against Cassie or Diddy or anyone else. this is me telling my truth as I truly remember it for 2 reasons only, 1st because I have 4 daughter so on all duded my truth as I seen it, saw it and was involved with it for yrs.” He continued, “Now that my name is involved I will tell my TRUTH.”

The Statement

Cassie’s court document mentioned Bonds as a witness to an alleged assault she claims she suffered at the hands of Diddy in 2009. 

According to Cassie, the Bad Boy CEO became violent after learning she was talking to another music manager at a club in Los Angeles. Cassie also alleged that Diddy stomped on her in the car afterward, with Bonds trying to intervene to stop his boss.

In response to Roger Bonds, fans have taken to social media to express their thoughts. One fan named @luckylandtimes wrote, ‘The witness MEN need to be putting a BEAT DOWN on these hitters. Stop turning ya’lls head and school these cowards in real time.” 

Another fan named @uzoplease wrote, ‘Diddy’s former bodyguard who Cassie named in her lawsuit is speaking out, long may this continue.”

Another Former Bodyguard Comes Forward?

Another person to speak out about Diddy and Cassie’s relationship is Gene Deal, another former bodyguard of Diddy. 

On the Art of Dialogue, Deal alleges that Cassie’s abuse story mirrors that of Diddy’s late baby’s mother, Kim Porter. He claims that Diddy broke Porter’s nose on a yacht, stating:

“That’s Kim story. That’s Kim’s book. Didn’t you hear about the fact that he broke Kim’s nose on a yacht? He continued, “But it was told by people in her camp that he broke Kim’s nose on yacht. So, Cassie’s story is Kim’s story.”

Updated By: Yasmine Duhé (11/27/23 at 6:34 pm)

Surviving Diddy: More Reactions To The Music Mogul’s Alleged Abuse

Diddy is facing intense scrutiny as numerous people in the music industry speak out about his alleged abusive behavior. In an unfolding saga being dubbed “Surviving Diddy,” former artists and associates are speaking out after singer/model Cassie filed a lawsuit accusing the music mogul of sexual and physical assault during their 10-year relationship. 

Danity Kane Members Speak Out

In the wake of the shocking lawsuit filed by Cassie on Nov. 16, former artists on Diddy’s Bad Boy Records have come forward including members of the female pop group, Danity Kane. The group was prominently featured in the MTV series, Making the Band, where Diddy engaged aspiring singers in a survival-like contest to win a coveted spot in his band and recording deal on Bad Boy Records. DK members have accused him of owing them money and fostering a detrimental atmosphere.

Aubrey O’Day, a member of Danity Kane, shared on her Instagram story on Nov. 16  that she refused to sign an NDA in exchange for her music publishing. She has shared on social media and in interviews of her own abuse by Diddy. O’Day also posted screenshots of phone calls with Willie Taylor of the Bad Boy R&B group Day 26, further suggesting a toxic work environment created by the music mogul. 

Dawn Richards, another DK member also took to Twitter (X) to offer prayers for Cassie and her family, expressing her support and admiration for the R&B singer’s bravery. 

”Praying for Cassie and her family, for peace and healing. you are beautiful and brave, “Richards commented.

Even DK member D.Woods, who has not posted on social media since June 2022, returned to her Twitter (X)  account to send kind words to Cassie, expressing her admiration for Cassie’s strength and offering her full support:

“Cassie @cassie You are incredibly brave to shine light on what you endured in the dark. I’m sorry you had to go through it alone. I’m praying for your continued strength and I offer my full support to you,” Woods commented. 

More Reactions To Cassie’s Lawsuit Against Diddy

Supermodel and entrepreneur Kimora Lee Simmons took to her Instagram story on Nov. 17 and posted, “As you sow, so shall you reap,” referring to karma for one’s actions and seemingly alluding to the repercussions Diddy might face.  Kimora was recently engaged in her own war with former husband, Russell Simmons, who has been accused of similar sexual abuse.

Cassie’s Personal Assistant: “It’s All True”

Additionally, Cassie’s personal assistant, Dexter James, posted multiple phrases  on his Instagram story by saying phrases such as “It’s All True!,” and “Surviving Diddy.” James also shared a picture of him and Cassie, calling the allegations true and expressing his support for her. 

“ITS ALL TRUE! I was Cassie’s personal assistant and seen a lot during my days beside her! She’s a very strong woman and deserves every penny! The things she endured you could never imagine!”

Cassie’s husband, Alex Fine reposted a picture of them on their wedding day on his Instagram story, giving his support. 

‘Damn Brother Love’

On November 16, 50 Cent posted a confused look selfie on his X account to poke fun at Diddy for his latest allegations:

“Damn bother love, brother love, brother love, you out here looking CRAZY AS A MF LMAO,” 50 Cent wrote.

The rapper/television mogul has also shared that he used to be uncomfortable when he was invited to Diddy’s parties. 

In October 2023, a clip surfaced of 50 Cent during his Final Lap Tour in Norway, where he expressed his aversion to attending Diddy’s parties. On stage, he stated Diddy’s parties are not his “type of party.”

Keke Palmer’s Mother Threatens To Put ‘A Bullet’ In Ex-Boyfriend’s Head

Instances of abuse are sadly prevalent in the entertainment industry, with actress Keke Palmer recently filing a restraining order against her ex-boyfriend Darius Jackson. Jackson, who is also the father of Palmer’s child, has been accused of verbal and physical assault during their relationship, echoing the importance of shedding light on the issue of abuse.

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