As Sean “Diddy” Combs faces trial for sex trafficking charges, Peacock has announced the release of a hard-hitting documentary exploring the allegations against the music mogul and the forces that shaped his rise to fame.
Titled Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy, the 90-minute special delves into Combs’ early years, his evolution from “Puffy” to “Diddy,” and the recent criminal accusations that have cast a shadow over his legacy. The documentary promises to challenge viewers’ perceptions, offering candid accounts from those who knew him personally.
The first trailer teases exclusive interviews with key figures from Diddy’s life, including a childhood friend, a former bodyguard, and a winner from Making the Band. Notably, singer-songwriter-producer Al B. Sure! also speaks out for the first time, recounting his experiences with Diddy during their time at Uptown Records. Sure! was previously in a relationship with Kim Porter before she began dating Combs. The documentary features never-before-seen footage of Diddy at parties and in the studio, providing a behind-the-scenes glimpse into his world.
“Sean Combs is a monster,” declares attorney Lisa Bloom in the trailer. Bloom is representing Dawn Richards in a civil case against the music mogul.
The documentary doesn’t shy away from disturbing claims. One unidentified insider recounts unsettling incidents involving underage girls, stating, “Anytime a studio or any room is lit with red lighting, he’s making love, sex. Some of the girls who were in the room, for sure, they were underage.” Another unnamed woman adds, “They said they could ship me off and sell me to anyone.”
Currently, the 55-year-old Combs is being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York, as he awaits trial. He is also named in more than 25 lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct.
Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy will stream on Peacock from 14 January, promising an unflinching look at one of music’s most controversial figures.