What we know now about Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ pre-trial court appearance
Sean “Diddy” Combs was in court for a pre-trial hearing in his federal sex crimes case. What was decided in today’s hearing? Here is what we know now.
Looking to brush up on the Diddy case via a documentary before the rapper’s high-profile trial? There are no shortage of options.
Ever since Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested in 2024 and charged with sex trafficking, various networks and streaming services have explored the allegations against him in a series of documentaries. Some lean into commentary from experts to provide context about Combs’ rise and fall, and many include new interviews with members of the hip-hop mogul’s inner circle.
There are more where those came from, too. Another documentary about Combs produced by 50 Cent is in the works for Netflix, without a confirmed release date.
Combs has denied all of the allegations against him and pleaded not guilty to all the criminal charges he faces.
Before Combs’ trial begins, here’s a look at the most notable documentaries about his sex crimes case and where to watch them.
How to watch ‘The Fall of Diddy’
Released in January 2025, “The Fall of Diddy” is a documentary series from Investigation Discovery, the network that previously aired the documentary about alleged abuse behind-the-scenes at Nickelodeon, “Quiet on Set.”
“Spanning Combs’ decades-long impact on music and popular culture, from his early days as a talented creative to his 2024 arrest, the docuseries uncovers the insidious and terrifying allegations of sexual assault, abusive behavior, violence and other disturbing claims that lay beneath his success,” according to Investigation Discovery.
Notable moments from the documentary included celebrity makeup artist Mylah Morales claiming she came to the rescue of Combs’ ex-partner Cassie Ventura in the aftermath of a violent argument with the rapper. Ventura accused Combs of rape, sex trafficking and physical abuse in a 2023 lawsuit that they quickly settled.
Another episode featured an interview with Phil Pines, Combs’ former assistant, who said he witnessed violence and described an alleged assault at the rapper’s Miami estate.
“The Fall of Diddy” consists of five episodes and is available to stream on Max.
How to watch ‘TMZ Presents: The Downfall of Diddy’
This TMZ documentary clocks in at just over an hour and delves into Combs’ legal woes and the circumstances surrounding his arrest.
“A series of lawsuits and allegations have legendary rap mogul P. Diddy on the ropes,” the description said. “TMZ has the troubling inside story from people who were there.”
The special features interviews with TMZ employees, legal experts and celebrities like Danity Kane’s Aubrey O’Day, who said his alleged “mistreatment” changed “the course and direction of my entire life.”
“TMZ Presents: The Downfall of Diddy” is available to stream on Tubi.
How to watch ‘Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy’
This feature-length documentary is described as a “raw look at Sean Combs’ journey through exclusive footage and candid interviews” exploring “his rise, controversies and the man behind the music.” It discusses the rapper’s legal controversies as well as his early years coming up in the hip-hop scene.
“‘Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy’ sheds light on his childhood, rise to fame, and recent criminal allegations, challenging viewers to rethink everything they thought they knew about the mogul behind the music — and the mugshot,” the synopsis says.
Revelations from the documentary included former Da Band member Sara Rivers alleging Combs “touched me in a place that he shouldn’t have.” “That was inappropriate, and I felt intimidated,” Rivers said. “I’m definitely nervous. … I haven’t said anything for so long, and it’s built up.”
“Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy” is available to stream on Peacock.
How to watch ‘Secret Life of Diddy’
This 43-minute documentary was a special edition of “20/20” and is described as a look at Combs’ “shocking arrest” and “downfall.”
Interview subjects include Tiffany Red, a friend of Ventura. In the documentary, Red, who wrote a letter supporting Ventura’s abuse allegations in 2023, alleged she witnessed Combs being “explosive” and rageful around Ventura.
“My sense was that everyone around him was afraid of him,” Red said.
The special is available to stream on Hulu.
Contributing: Edward Segarra, Anika Reed
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