Hollywood stars are reportedly hesitant to speak out about the ongoing investigation into Diddy's alleged sex trafficking, according to experts.
Multiple sex crime charges led to Sean 'Diddy' Combs being ordered to remain in custody without bail.
Some Hollywood stars have commented on Sean "Diddy" Combs' arrest in New York City, while others have remained quiet due to "fear," an expert said.
The music mogul was accused of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking through force, fraud, or coercion, and transporting individuals for prostitution. If convicted, he could face a minimum of 15 years in prison and a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
Notably quiet have been those who have been tied to Combs in the past, including Jennifer Lopez, Naomi Campbell, Ashton Kutcher, and Jay-Z, despite not being implicated in the criminal case.
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Eric Schiffer, CEO of Reputation Management Consultants, stated to Planet Chronicle Digital that celebrities are staying quiet due to their fear of their brands being tarnished by fans' backlash against Diddy's ties. Additionally, they are concerned that if they go against him, it could lead to catastrophic consequences.
Doug Eldridge, founder of Achilles PR, stated that there are "plenty of reasons" why Combs' acquaintances have not spoken out.
According to Eldridge, the music and entertainment industry has largely remained silent or spoken in hushed tones about the rumors and federal indictment surrounding P. Diddy, with the exception of 50 Cent.
Several reasons exist for celebrities to remain silent in light of the serious accusations in the indictment against Combs, including the gravity of the charges, the detailed allegations in the indictment, and the long-standing rumors surrounding him.
The allegations are gruesome, involving sex trafficking, drugging, and other crimes. The federal raid collected a vast amount of evidence, including phones, computers, and over 50 individuals who are now cooperating as witnesses.
"The potential reach and involvement of those who may have participated in Diddy's illegal sex parties is immense."
Stars who have spoken out about Combs' indictment and those who haven't.
Stars who haven't spoken out
Jennifer Lopez
During one of his breaks from Kim Porter, Jennifer Lopez dated Sean Combs from 1999 to 2001. However, their relationship ended due to allegations of infidelity.
In 2003, Lopez revealed to Vibe that the breakup was his first experience with infidelity. He was in a relationship with Puff Combs at the time, which left him devastated and caused his life to spiral out of control.
"I didn't catch him, but I knew he wouldn't return that night. He said he was going to a club for a few hours."
The two reunited at the after-party of her Las Vegas residency in 2018.
Lopez's representative did not promptly respond to Planet Chronicle Digital's inquiry for comment.
Ashton Kutcher
Kutcher and Combs, who initially bonded over their roles as MTV hosts, have maintained a close friendship for many years.
In 2019, during an appearance on "Hot Ones," Kutcher was unable to choose one "party story" to share with Diddy due to being overwhelmed by his memories of their shared love for pranking people.
"I can't tell that one either," Kutcher said. "Our relationship is really bizarre because it started over ‘Punk’d’ cause he’s like, ‘Yo, you can’t punk me.’ I was like, ‘I don’t know what to tell you, everybody’s on the table,'" he said.
Diddy reportedly stated, "I'm not involved."
"So, that started our conversation," Kutcher said.
This year, a source informed the Daily Mail that Kutcher would not be participating in the investigation concerning Combs.
"According to the source, Ashton and Mila Kunis will not publicly support Diddy at this time, despite their long history together. This is due to Ashton's decision to distance himself from Diddy following Cassie's lawsuit, and even more so in the wake of the new lawsuits."
Planet Chronicle Digital did not receive an immediate response from Kutcher's representative.
Jay-Z
In the early '90s, Jay-Z and Combs gained prominence through their successful hip-hop endeavors.
The pair, who have been spotted at various parties together, collaborated on a track in 1997, which was featured on Combs' debut studio album, "No Way Out."
In a 2015 interview on "Sway in the Morning," Combs revealed his plans to collaborate with Jay-Z in the business world.
Jay and I have discussed it. We agreed that we want to select the best option," he stated via Vibe. "It must be that one thing that makes it all popping.
"To achieve true economic power, we must work together as a community. This is the next level for Hip Hop."
Jay-Z's representative did not promptly respond to Planet Chronicle Digital's inquiry for comment.
Naomi Campbell
In 2023, Naomi Campbell celebrated her longtime friend Diddy's 54th birthday with a lavish party.
After the Cassie lawsuit, Campbell removed all posts featuring Combs from her social media.
Campbell's representative did not promptly respond to Planet Chronicle Digital's inquiry for comment.
Stars who have spoken out
Aubrey O'Day
Combs, a former member of Danity Kane, has been vocal about her feelings about Combs throughout the years.
"Justice aims to bring closure and give us the opportunity to start a fresh chapter," she wrote on X after his arrest. "Women rarely experience this. I feel vindicated. Today marks a victory for women everywhere, not just for me. Change is finally happening."
50 Cent
Following Combs' arrest, 50 Cent posted a response on social media.
The rapper is seen in a photo with Drew Barrymore, captioning it with "Good company with @thedrewbarrymoreshow and no 1,000 bottles of lube at home." This appears to be a reference to the "more than 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lubricant" found during raids at Combs' homes in March.
Shyne
Belize politician Shyne, a former Bad Boy rapper, talked about his past with the deceased music executive.
During a press conference on Wednesday, Shyne revealed that when he was 18 years old and simply seeking to make his mother and country proud, he was defending someone. However, the person turned against him and called witnesses to testify against him, ultimately leading to his imprisonment.
"Although I forgave and moved on, it's important to acknowledge that I was not in Miami for Thanksgiving and Christmas."
In 1998, Shyne, who is now the Leader of the Opposition in the Belize House of Representatives, was a rising star in the hip-hop world and signed with Bad Boy Records. However, one year later, when he joined Diddy and his girlfriend Jennifer Lopez at the now defunct Club New York in Times Square, gunfire broke out, injuring three people.
Shyne was convicted on five of eight counts and sentenced to 10 years in prison, while Combs was found not guilty at trial. After his release, Shyne was deported to Belize.
"We must not forget the truth," Shyne emphasized. "This person is not someone I went on vacation with and someone with whom I shared a deep, intimate bond of brotherhood."
This person destroyed my life, but I forgave them and moved on. Despite their past actions, I would not deny attempting to bring investment and contribute to education in Belize.
"Am I happy about what he's going through? Not at all. I'm unique and don't need others to fail for me to succeed."
Kesha
Wednesday shared a TikTok video where she appeared to have altered the lyrics of her hit song "Tik Tok."
In the social media video, Kesha shared her new version of the original song, released in 2009, with the alternative line, "feeling like f--- P Diddy."
In August, the singer, who is 37 years old, revealed her plans to legally alter the lyrics.
Mary J. Blige
In March, after Combs' homes were raided during a federal investigation, the Grammy winner posted a cryptic message on Instagram, stating, "Unfortunately, a lot of you all met me when I lacked boundaries and was a people-pleaser. Let me reintroduce myself, I burn bridges as needed."
Combs has been Blige's producer for decades, having worked on her first two studio albums in the 1990s.
Not only was Combs denied bail, he was immediately sent to jail after pleading not guilty in Manhattan federal court on Tuesday.
A source informed Planet Chronicle Digital on Friday that he has been put on routine suicide watch while awaiting trial at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center.
High-profile individuals typically undergo routine screening when admitted to federal facilities, which does not necessarily reflect their mental state.
Planet Chronicle Digital's Tracy Wright and Lauryn Overhultz contributed to this post.
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