5 Celebrity Scandals That Left People Wide-Eyed In 2024

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Past Comes Back To Haunt Him

In a year brimming with celebrity controversies, Sean “Diddy” Combs managed to top the list with one of the most shocking scandals of 2024. 

The downfall began when a video of him attacking his ex-girlfriend, singer Cassie Ventura, was shared online.

The surveillance video from 2016 captured the music mogul grabbing, shoving, and kicking his then-girlfriend before dragging her through a hallway of a Los Angeles hotel.

“It’s so difficult to reflect on the darkest times in your life, but sometimes you got to do that. I was f—ed up — I mean, I hit rock bottom — but I make no excuses,” the Last Night singer said in a public apology.

“My behavior on that video is inexcusable,” he added. “I take full responsibility for my actions in that video. I’m disgusted. I was disgusted then when I did it. I’m disgusted now.”

The music mogul was arrested in New York City in September on federal charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, and transportation for purposes of prostitution.

Authorities accused him of orchestrating a network that forced victims into non-consensual intimate acts, often under the influence of illegal substances, and using threats and violence to maintain control. 

His multiple bail requests were denied, and his trial is expected to begin in 2025.

In addition to his federal charges, numerous others have come forward with their own accusations against the rap mogul. High-profile attorney Tony Buzbee said he would be representing 120 alleged victims, which includes 60 males and 60 females.

“This should have never been allowed to go on for so long. This conduct has created a mass of individuals who are injured, scared and scarred,” Tony said during a press conference in October.