Sean “Diddy” Combs has some beef with 50 Cent.
While facing legal issues, Sean Combs is now criticizing 50 Cent and Netflix regarding the documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning, which 50 Cent helped produce.
A spokesperson for Sean Combs criticized Netflix’s recent documentary, calling it a biased and damaging portrayal. In a statement to Variety on December 1st, the spokesperson said Netflix used footage without permission. They emphasized that Combs has been collecting his own footage since the age of 19, intending to share his life story on his own terms, and that Netflix’s use of that work is both unfair and unlawful. This statement followed a preview of the documentary aired on Good Morning America. Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos was also mentioned in the statement.
As a lifestyle and media expert, I’m seeing a really concerning pattern here. It feels like Netflix is prioritizing drama over accuracy when it comes to Sean Combs’s story. They’re clearly trying to exploit the public interest for their own gain, and it’s happening without any consideration for the truth. What’s particularly troubling is they’re using private, confidential footage – even conversations he had with his legal team – and presenting it out of context. This footage was never meant for public consumption, and there was absolutely no agreement transferring the rights to it to Netflix or anyone else. It’s a serious breach of privacy and raises significant ethical questions.
However, the team behind the documentary slammed the notion that they are using stolen footage.
Director Alexandria Stapleton told Variety they acquired the footage through legal channels and possess all the required permissions. They also made a significant effort to protect the filmmaker’s privacy.
According to Stapleton, Sean Combs has a long-standing habit of constantly filming his own life. They attempted to get a statement from Combs’ lawyers on multiple occasions, but received no response.
Beyond just the footage, Combs’ spokesperson also took aim at 50 Cent (real name Curtis Jackson).
The memo also expressed surprise that Netflix gave creative control to Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson, who has a long-standing feud with and has repeatedly made negative public statements about Mr. Combs.
The statement ended by emphasizing that this situation goes beyond legal concerns, representing a personal betrayal of trust. Mr. Combs has always held Ted Sarandos and Clarence Avant in high regard. He felt deeply offended that Netflix would entrust his life story to someone who has consistently and publicly criticized him for years, and he at least expected to be treated fairly by people he respected.
TopMob News has contacted representatives for Sean Combs, Netflix, and 50 Cent for a statement, but they haven’t responded yet.
In July, Combs was found guilty of two crimes related to prostitution, but he was cleared of more serious charges like sex trafficking and racketeering. In October, he received a sentence of 50 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, and was ordered to pay a $500,000 fine.
50 Cent has publicly discussed his issues with Combs and explained his reasons for participating in the documentary.
50 Cent explained in an interview with Good Morning America on December 1st that if he stayed silent, people might assume he approved of the behavior in question. He added that he felt he needed to speak up because no one else was.
For a deep dive into Combs’ legal troubles, keep reading.
At the hearing on October 3, 2025, the judge sentenced him to over four years in prison—specifically, 50 months—along with a $500,000 fine and five years of supervised release.
The musician publicly apologized to Cassie Ventura and Jane, identifying them as victims, during his sentencing hearing on October 3rd. This was the first time he had spoken about the case in court.
Combs acknowledged that the pain of his past domestic violence will stay with him always. He described his behavior as appalling and deeply regrettable, admitting he was struggling with drug use and lacked control. He stated he needed help, didn’t receive it, and takes full responsibility for his actions without offering any excuses.
He went on to share how the case has impacted him.
He explained that he was simply doing his best, but got carried away with pride and excess. As a result of his choices, he lost his freedom, couldn’t be there for his family – his children and mother – and lost everything he’d worked for: his businesses, his career, and his good name. Most importantly, he lost his own self-respect. He feels completely broken and humbled, admitting he currently despises himself and has been reduced to having nothing.
As a lot of you know, the legal proceedings for Combs have been ongoing. Just recently, Judge Arun Subramanian set his sentencing date for October 3rd, 2025. Unfortunately, the judge also denied a request for Combs to be released on bail while awaiting that date. The reasoning behind this decision was a documented history of violent behavior, and the judge felt it was necessary for him to remain in custody.
Following the trial, after Sean “Diddy” Combs was acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges involving his former partners, Cassie and “Jane Doe,” but convicted of transporting them for the purpose of prostitution, his attorney issued a statement regarding the outcome.
As a longtime supporter of Cassie, I was so proud when she bravely filed her civil complaint back in November 2023. While the jury didn’t find enough evidence to convict Sean Combs of sex trafficking, her courage absolutely led to a guilty verdict on the charge of transporting someone for prostitution. Cassie’s willingness to share her story has been incredibly impactful, not just in the entertainment world, but in the broader fight for justice. She’s truly made a lasting difference.
Acknowledging the charges Combs denied, Wigdor emphasized, “We firmly stand with and support our client, who demonstrated incredible bravery throughout this process.”
Wigdor also commended Ventura for her testimony, as she was one of 34 witnesses during the nearly month-long trial involving Combs.
He stated that she demonstrated remarkable courage and shed light on the harmful behavior of influential men, as well as the decades of unchecked misconduct. He emphasized that this case shows how urgently change is needed, and they will keep advocating for survivors.
I was absolutely glued to the news during the Combs trial, and when the verdict started coming in – he was found not guilty on three of the five charges! – I almost couldn’t believe it. Our reporters inside the courtroom said he immediately fell to his knees, resting his head on a chair like he was praying. Knowing he’d been facing a possible life sentence if convicted on everything, it was such a powerful moment – you could really feel the relief wash over him.
According to reports, Combs’ family members were in the courtroom and reacted with applause and cheers to the outcome. His lawyers embraced each other, and Combs himself hugged his attorney, Brian Steel.
After three days of discussion, the jury of twelve reached a decision in the sex trafficking trial against Combs on July 2nd. They found him guilty on two counts related to transporting individuals for the purpose of prostitution, involving both a former girlfriend named Ventura and another woman known only as “Jane.”
Sean Combs was acquitted of one charge of conspiracy to commit racketeering and two counts of sex trafficking, despite having previously denied all accusations.
The jury informed Judge Arun Subramanian that they couldn’t agree on the racketeering charge before delivering their final decision, citing strongly held, differing opinions. The judge urged them to keep discussing the case, and they ultimately reached a verdict a few hours later.
During her nearly five-hour closing argument to the jury, prosecutor Christy Slavik asserted that Sean “Diddy” Combs used intimidation, threats, and force to achieve his goals.
She explained that he was impossible to dissuade. He acted as if everything and everyone existed solely for his benefit, treating it all as his personal domain.
Slavik highlighted two instances of alleged abuse by Combs: a physical assault on his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in 2016, and a more recent alleged assault in 2024 on a girlfriend who is being referred to as “Jane” throughout the trial.
Although eight years apart, these two events are connected, representing different parts of the same overall story—the story of Sean Combs and the criminal organization he ran with the help of his close associates.
The criminal organization repeatedly fulfilled the defendant’s wishes using a consistent pattern of violence, intimidation, and control, she explained. The defendant believed he could conceal his crimes by relying on the silence and shame of others, and he thought his celebrity, money, and influence would protect him from legal consequences.
Slavik claimed that during the trial, Combs relied on a large team of assistants who were dedicated to fulfilling his every need, bolstering his image, and shielding him from any negative publicity.
The prosecutors asked the court for permission to change some of their arguments about the attempted arson and kidnapping charges.
Despite still being charged with racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking – including allegations of kidnapping and arson – prosecutors informed the court on June 24th that they had dropped specific attempted kidnapping charges under the laws of both California and New York, as well as an attempted arson charge under California law, and the charge of aiding and abetting sex trafficking.
The government stated it hopes that using simpler language will both make the instructions easier to follow and prevent misunderstandings.
Combs told JudgeSubramanian that he will not take the stand during his sex trafficking trial.
The judge made it clear that whether or not the defendant chose to testify, no one – not even the jury – could assume his guilt based on his silence.
Combs admitted he discussed with his team whether or not to testify, but stated the ultimate decision was entirely his own.
“I’ve thought this through carefully, and this is what I’ve decided,” he told the judge. “It’s my choice, and I’m standing by it.”
Diddy’s lawyer, Teny Garagos, informed the judge that both the defense and the prosecution anticipate their closing statements will each last at least four hours.
After several days of testimony from Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent Joseph Cerciello, the prosecution rested its case on June 24th. Combs’ defense team announced they will rely on the evidence already presented and will not call any witnesses of their own.
During his June 23rd testimony, the jury saw explicit videos believed to be from Sean “Diddy” Combs’ parties, often referred to as “freak offs,” according to NBC News reporters present in the courtroom. These videos were officially presented as evidence in the case.
The agent reported finding fifty explicit videos from 2021 and 2022, but the jury only viewed two of them, using headphones and individual screens.
In voicemails from November 2021 to his former chief of staff, Kristina Khorram, Sean Combs made a detailed list of requests while staying at a hotel. These included asking for more baby oil, which he said he often used during moments of intense stress.
He told Khorram to have them call him before starting their journey. He added, frustrated about being away, “I can’t believe I’m out. Load twenty bottles into the vehicle.”
Khorram also let them know she was staying at the hotel another day, and added, “The baby oil is right outside the door.”
According to text messages, his ex-employee messaged that she was setting up an IV drip for him and Jane, which he had previously used to recover after intense competitions, as revealed in the group chat.
She also made sure that there were Plan-B pills, an emergency contraceptive, in his nightstand.
The jury saw text messages exchanged between Combs and Ventura where Ventura openly described the emotional and psychological harm she claimed she suffered due to the alleged abuse.
In March 2017, after Combs suggested they take a break from their on-again, off-again relationship (which lasted from 2007 to 2018), Ventura responded that she didn’t want to. She explained that she didn’t want to be criticized for standing up for herself and felt Combs made her feel unimportant.
In another instance, she further accused her ex of physically assaulting her.
In a letter from May, Ventura described a painful experience, stating, “I offer you my love, but the moment I look away, your actions hurt me deeply, to the point where it felt physically violent.” She also expressed feeling disconnected from the experience, saying it was as if she were watching from afar, captivated by the strength of her own spirit. She emphasized that she was no longer willing to tolerate such behavior, stating, “I’m 30 years old, and this isn’t a game anymore.”
Brendan Paul, who worked as Sean Combs’ assistant from 2022 to 2024, testified that he bought drugs for Combs several times. These drugs included marijuana, 2C, cocaine, ketamine, and ecstasy.
Paul explained that they would contact the drug dealer by text, and the dealer would then come to one of their houses. He said he initially connected with the dealer through text messages or phone calls, and also mentioned being fired from jobs multiple times for reasons like forgetting a Lululemon fanny pack.
However, Paul vehemently denied being a “drug mule” for the rap mogul.
On June 18th, Judge Subramanian ended the court session for the day because one of the jurors was sick and couldn’t return. Court will also be closed on June 19th for the Juneteenth holiday.
The judge announced that a juror is unwell and unable to attend today. They experienced dizziness and had to leave. Because this juror is a regular member of the jury, the judge stated they won’t be able to continue with the trial today.
The judge acknowledged that it’s unknown if the juror’s sudden dizziness, nausea, and headaches will pass quickly or become a lasting problem, but stated they would keep a close watch on the situation.
Because of the Juneteenth holiday on June 19th, Judge Subramanian announced the trial will continue on June 20th with a shorter schedule, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Just after Judge Subramanian removed Juror No. 6 due to inconsistent statements about where they live, another juror is now potentially facing removal. This juror reportedly had an inappropriate conversation about the case with a previous coworker. The judge questioned the juror and asked to examine their phone, according to NBC News.
By the end of the court session on June 16th, a decision about whether to dismiss the member hadn’t been reached.
Kanye West showed up at the New York City courthouse on June 13th to support Sean Combs. West was there for about half an hour and briefly visited the waiting area, but didn’t go inside the courtroom itself. The courtroom is reserved for Combs’ family, lawyers, the press, and people who waited in line for hours to get a seat.
Jane remembered a fight they had after she took a trip to Las Vegas with a fellow rapper and his wife.
She stated that this practice escalated to secretly watching sexual activity. Specifically, she described soliciting Anton, a sex worker she and Combs frequently employed, and witnessing a group of people observe him engaging in sex with a woman in a hotel room during their travels.
Jane informed Combs’ lawyer, Geragos, that the music executive was angry because he believed she had gone to a sexually explicit party with another man.
On the 21st day of the Combs trial, a prosecutor named Maurene Comey told the court her team wants to dismiss one of the jurors.
She told Judge Subramanian, just before the jury came in, that they were hesitant to submit the letter because it seemed dishonest and raised significant concerns for them.
Defense lawyer Alexandra Shapiro – noting that Juror No. 6 is one of the Black jurors – requested a day or two to prepare a written response and review relevant legal precedents.
Judge Subramanian stated he would postpone addressing any practical issues regarding the juror until a ruling is reached.
On June 10th, Jane and Garagos had a difficult conversation where Garagos implied the witness was exchanging sexual favors for expensive gifts.
Attorney Mark Geragos reviewed text messages from November 2021 between Jane Doe and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. The messages revealed that Doe was upset about Combs being intimate with other women. In the texts, she questioned him about whether he had given one of these women a Chanel bag after their encounter.
Jane said that she didn’t get a Chanel purse from Combs, telling Garagos that she “got trauma.”
When the attorney asked what a Bottega bag was, she replied, “I’m sure you have one.”
And when Geragos asked how much the item costs, Jane asked, “How much does my body cost?”
Jane was granted a 10-minute break following the exchange.
Jane stated that in 2022, after researching their relationship, she came to believe Combs engaged in, or was comfortable with, a dynamic where he watched her with other people. She used the term ‘cuckhold’ to describe this.
Honestly, I’ve been completely captivated by this research! She explained it perfectly – she just had to understand everything about why these couples got such a thrill out of watching their partners with other people. It wasn’t just curiosity, it was a deep dive into the ‘why’ behind it all, and I’m completely hooked on learning everything she’s discovered. It’s fascinating!
The witness suggested that Combs’ interest in “hotel nights” – experiences very similar to those described by Ventura as “freak offs” – might stem from him exploring his own sexuality.
She explained that some individuals might be secretly curious about things they’re too embarrassed to explore personally, and instead live vicariously through another person’s experiences.
Jane stated she’d given the escort, Paul—whom she and Combs hired several times—the nickname “Trifecta” because she felt their sexual chemistry was as successful as a winning basketball team.
“I was Kobe Bryant and Paul was Shaq [O’Neil],” she told jurors. “Combs was Michael Jordan.”
She said Paul was a genuinely kind person, and mentioned that if she were to engage with sex workers, she preferred those who felt warm and approachable.
Jane stated that the relationship between Combs and Khorram caused problems in her own romantic involvement with the music executive.
Jane explained that Khorram was constantly with Sean, which created problems in their relationship. She felt Khorram had strong feelings for her, and this affected how Sean behaved towards her.
On June 10th, Judge Subramanian rejected a request for a mistrial from Combs’ lawyers. They had argued that Ventura and her friend, Bryana Bongolan, falsely claimed Combs had threatened Bongolan by dangling her over a 17th-floor balcony.
As a lifestyle expert, I’ve seen my share of legal dramas, and this situation is pretty intense. Basically, the defendant’s legal team is claiming the prosecution acted inappropriately during the trial. They’re alleging that the prosecution knowingly presented false testimony – meaning someone lied on the stand – and they’ve already tried, unsuccessfully, to get the case thrown out because of it. It’s a serious accusation, suggesting a real lack of fairness in the proceedings.
According to a recent letter, the government presented evidence in court that they either knew was false or should have known was false. This evidence concerned their claim that Mr. Combs threatened Bryana Bongolan by holding her over the balcony of Cassie Ventura’s apartment in September 2016. Because of this, the letter argues the court should declare a mistrial to prevent an unfair verdict.
Jane alleged that the rap mogul had beaten her for hours June 2024.
Jane stated that an argument with Combs started because he was seeing a much younger woman – 25 years his junior, she said. This led to her calling him a deeply offensive name and physically assaulting him by pushing his head into a marble countertop.
The witness testified that she hid in the main bedroom, and Sean Combs began to kick the door open. Pictures of the damaged door were shown as evidence. She stated that while trying to escape, Combs kicked her in the back of her leg, causing her to fall.
She told the prosecutors that he grabbed her in a chokehold and lifted her off the ground, making it hard to breathe. She said she was struggling to get away from him and was standing on the balls of her feet trying to escape his hold.
Jane stated she fled her house and hid behind an outside wall for about two hours, hoping the person would go away, but they didn’t. She then said they both went back to his house, and she curled up in the backyard, trying to shield herself while he reportedly attacked her.
Jane testified that the fight worsened when Combs supposedly hit her. She told the court he began punching her head and kicking her, repeatedly hitting her while also yelling.
She alleged that he told her that she was “trying to take him away from his kids and his family.”
She testified that she told him, “No, I don’t want that. Please just leave me alone. Please stop.” She said he then grabbed her arm and hair, and began pulling her back towards the house, dragging her by her hair and arm.
Jane reported that after the attack, she had two large, raised bumps about the size of golf balls on her forehead, and a black eye.
Jane stated that Homeland Security Investigations raided her home – which Sean Combs had paid for in March 2023 – as well as several other properties owned by him. She explained that when agents arrived at her house, she immediately contacted Combs’ head of security to inform him of the raid.
In December 2023, Jane claimed a powerful person threatened to share intimate videos of them with the father of her child.
Honestly, it just broke my heart hearing Jane talk about how things fell apart with Combs. She said he basically told her he didn’t care what happened, that he’d release those videos no matter what! And she described it as just one relentless wave of pressure – constant phone calls, over and over. It was awful to hear, like he was intentionally trying to break her down.
Okay, so after everything happened, Jane texted my guy, Khorram, about it – thankfully, that whole conversation is now part of the official record. She told him, and this kills me, that Combs was threatening to release the video. And the worst part? She said she was completely out of it in the footage, like seriously, ‘heavily drugged.’ It’s just… awful. I can’t believe he’d do that to her, and I’m so glad everyone is finally seeing what a monster he is.
She explained she needed space from Combs to heal from the emotional pain he had inflicted.
Jane told the court that Khorram assured her that Combs would not use the footage.
In her testimony, Jane stated that certain claims made in Ventura’s November 2023 lawsuit—which was eventually resolved—were similar to what she herself went through with Combs.
She told the jury, while crying, that she nearly passed out, and may have actually fainted. She explained that three particular pages contained deeply upsetting details that mirrored what she was going through.
Jane, a participant in the “hotel nights” events, shared that the experience felt deeply personal, like witnessing her own life unfold. This prompted her to reach out to Combs directly through text messages.
After Ventura filed her lawsuit, she wrote, “Reading this feels like reliving my own sexual trauma. It’s sickening – it describes, word for word, those drug-filled days and nights.” She accused Ventura of knowing this would happen and of manipulating her, making her feel insane.
The messages expressed feelings of disgust and being pressured into repeated sexual acts. The sender felt invalidated and dismissed regarding their trauma, leading to feelings of violation and the belief that they were sexually exploited.
Combs then called Jane and, without telling her he was recording, captured their conversation. This recording was presented as evidence in court. During the call, he reminded her that they had shared experiences and stated he needed her present at a specific time.
Unaware she was being recorded, Jane told Combs she felt nauseous after reviewing Ventura’s documents.
Jane stated that during her involvement with Combs’ “Hotel Nights” – which involved male escorts – she frequently used ecstasy. However, on one occasion, she chose to remain drug-free while engaging in sexual activity with three men.
She testified that she had been with several men earlier that night. She vomited, and then Sean entered the room, offering comfort and suggesting they go outside, saying, ‘You’ll feel better now. Let’s go outside.’
Jane said that at the end of the night, she felt “absolutely terrible.”
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