Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Accused of Sexual Abuse, Coercion, and Violence by Bad Boy Co-Founder Kirk Burrowes.

Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing new legal trouble as Kirk Burrowes, co-founder and former president of Bad Boy Entertainment, has filed a lawsuit accusing him of decades-long sexual abuse, coercion, and violence.

Burrowes' lawsuit, filed on February 28 in New York, alleges that Combs subjected him to repeated sexual harassment, intimidation, and financial extortion—all as part of a toxic culture of control at Bad Boy Entertainment.

Details of the Lawsuit

According to the 18-page complaint, Burrowes claims Combs engaged in:

• Sexual harassment and coercion – including forcing Burrowes to witness sexual acts, unwanted advances, and inappropriate comments.
• Physical aggression and threats – using violence, blackmail, and intimidation to maintain control.
• Financial extortion – allegedly forcing Burrowes to give up his 25% stake in Bad Boy Entertainment without compensation.

The complaint describes an escalating "campaign of control", including incidents where Combs allegedly stormed into Burrowes’ office with a baseball bat, demanding he sign away his ownership stake or face violent consequences.

Allegations of Workplace Misconduct

The lawsuit claims that between 1992 and 1994, Combs created an environment of humiliation and psychological manipulation, forcing Burrowes to witness and participate in disturbing situations. These included:

• Being summoned via intercom to walk in on Combs engaging in sexual acts at the office.
• Being told that witnessing such acts was "part of the culture" of the entertainment industry.
• Being subjected to physical coercion and forced submission on multiple occasions.

The complaint details a 1995 business trip, where Combs allegedly demanded Burrowes watch him masturbate, and another incident in late 1995 where Combs allegedly pinned Burrowes down and simulated intercourse.

Legal Battle Over Bad Boy Entertainment

In a separate but related lawsuit, Burrowes also accuses Combs’ mother, Janice Combs, of unlawfully taking control of his 25% stake in Bad Boy Entertainment. He alleges that she knowingly participated in a fraudulent scheme to erase his role in the company and destroy his career behind the scenes.

Combs’ Legal Team Responds

Combs’ lawyers denied the allegations, calling the lawsuit a “frivolous attempt” to re-litigate claims that have been repeatedly dismissed over the years.

"Despite repeated dismissals, Burrowes and his lawyer, Tyrone Blackburn, continue to waste the court’s time with refiled claims," Combs’ legal team stated.

"For more on previous allegations against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, including a 2006 lawsuit, read this analysis from Lawyer Monthly."

The lawsuit is the latest in a growing list of allegations against Combs, who is also facing federal charges related to sex trafficking and is currently being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.

A Pattern of Allegations Against Combs

The lawsuit references multiple alleged incidents spanning from the 1990s to as recently as 2022, including:

• A 2013 or 2014 encounter in which Combs' security detail allegedly surrounded and threatened Burrowes before Combs grabbed his buttocks.
• A 2019 incident at a Diana Ross birthday celebration, where Combs allegedly restrained and groped Burrowes in front of others.

Burrowes is requesting a jury trial and seeking damages for the physical, emotional, and financial devastation he claims Combs inflicted on him.

What’s Next?

This lawsuit adds to Combs’ growing legal troubles, with multiple accusations of sexual misconduct, violence, and criminal activity. If the claims hold up in court, the case could severely impact his legacy and business empire.

The case is ongoing, with a trial set for May 2025.