As Sean 'Diddy' Combs awaits trial in the ongoing 'sex trafficking and racketeering' case, old videos of the rapper are resurfacing online.
In a viral clip from a 2002 interview, Sean 'Diddy' Combs who was a guest on the 'Late Night With Conan O'Brien' show, made an offhand joke about needing 'locks on the doors' at his parties. Amidst new allegations that have come to light, his old comments about his parties are now being put under the scanner.
The interview, recorded 22 years ago, features Combs giving Conan party-hosting tips, by advising, "You need beautiful women, of course, and beautiful men for the ladies. " He then went on to add that hosts should provide alcohol and water—especially for the women. "If you don't have what they need, they're gonna leave," Combs said, before remarking, "You need locks on the doors."
O'Brien then remarked, "Okay, this is sounding kind of dangerous now."
Diddy laughed, replying, "It's a little kinky," and continued offering his advice, which included cranking up the heat to make guests sweat and feel more "comfortable."
The resurfaced clip comes just as Combs’ public image has plummeted due to the various allegations against him. His recent indictment accuses him of using his influence to coerce female victims and male sex workers into participation in so-called "Freak Off" parties, with some allegations dating as far back as 2008.
According to reports, the mogul's reputation has suffered irreparable damage.
Additionally, another video from 2021, showing a somewhat awkward exchange between Combs and pop star Justin Bieber, has also raised eyebrows. In the clip, Combs taps Bieber on the chest before hugging him. This has sparked speculation that the rapper was checking if the Popstar was 'wired' with an electronic recording device.
The clip ends with Bieber saying, "Love you."
Diddy is awaiting trial after pleading 'not guilty'. If convicted in the ongoing case, Combs could face at least 15 years in prison.
