Sean Combs arrives at the Pre-Grammy Gala And Salute To Industry Icons at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, in Beverly Hills, California. Image: Mark Von Holden/Invision/AP LOS ANGELES, California — Sean “Diddy” Combs created a hit-making empire with big-name performers, earning his place as a savvy music mogul and becoming a three-time Grammy winner while securing high-profile deals across other industries.
But now, Combs’ kingdom is collapsing under charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. He was arrested in New York on Sept. 16 and accused in an indictment of using his “power and prestige” to induce female victims and male sex workers into “Freak Offs” along with allegations of abuse dating back to 2008.
If convicted, Combs could face at least 15 years in prison. He is awaiting trial after pleading not guilty. Since several allegations surfaced last year, Combs’ public image has taken a nosedive as major deals slipped away: He stepped down as Revolt TV chairman and then later, sold off his majority stake in the company.
He reportedly lost a reality show with Hulu and his influential fashion line Sean John no longer can be found on the Macy’s department store website. After footage emerged in 2016 of Combs’ hotel hallway attack of then-girlfriend R&B singer Cassie, he lost the key to the city of New York, Peloton paused the usage of his music and he saw his honorary degree from Howard University evaporate in disgrace. His charter.