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Episode 28 April 2025

For decades, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs shaped music, fashion, TV and wider culture - an undeniable force who built an empire from the ground up. But now, he has denied criminal allegations of sexual offences and faces an upcoming trial in May. \n\nSince he was indicted, dozens of lawsuits have accused Mr Combs of using his power to drug, assault, intimidate and silence people, all of which he has strongly denied. \n\nYinka Bokinni explores how Sean Combs – aka P Diddy, Puff Daddy, Puffy, Brother Love - has gone from being the world’s biggest hip-hop mogul to haemorrhaging friends and fans in a matter of months. \n\nYinka maps his extraordinary success and influence, and his far-reaching impact on music, fashion and culture - while meeting those close to him to understand what may have led to this very public disgrace. \n\nShe explores how this case has been a significant topic of conversation across the press and social media - with constant speculation and, sometimes, rumour. Taking nothing at face value, Yinka unpacks the interplay of power, money, corruption and sexism which underpins this story. \n\nHolding a mirror up to society, Yinka examines how Combs made it to the top and what some may have turned a blind eye to along the way. Speaking to some of Combs's inner circle, and biggest critics, Yinka finds out what they think about him. She also asks why so many are only speaking out now.

Source: BBC 1