'Studio sex' and 'hitman threats': Insiders speak out about Diddy's 90s music empire

Sean 'Diddy' Combs, a well-known figure in the music industry, is facing serious allegations that have shocked many of his former colleagues. Diddy, who founded Bad Boy Records in 1993, quickly rose to fame and fortune, becoming a millionaire almost overnight. However, as he sits in jail awaiting trial on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, former employees are coming forward with troubling stories about their experiences working with him during the 1990s. Daniel Evans, a former music executive, recalls a chilling moment when Diddy threatened a colleague, saying, 'I have so much money now that I could hire someone to kill you, and nobody would know. ' This statement highlights the power and influence Diddy wielded at the time, as well as the darker aspects of his personality that some employees witnessed. The BBC conducted interviews with over 20 individuals who worked at Bad Boy Records, including executives, assistants, and producers. Many of them described a culture that was not only focused on music but also involved inappropriate behavior and questionable practices. Some employees reported seeing Diddy engage in sexual acts with women in the studio, while others mentioned that he would ask staff to bring him condoms. There were also allegations that corporate funds were used to fly women in for sexual encounters at the request of artists and employees. This revelation has raised serious concerns about the environment at Bad Boy Records and the treatment of women within the industry. Tony Buzbee, a lawyer representing several alleged victims, stated that the troubling behavior he is now representing goes back to the 1990s. One of his clients claims that Diddy raped her at a promotional party for The Notorious B. I. G. in 1995 and threatened her not to speak about it. Diddy's legal team has vehemently denied these allegations, claiming that they are fabricated and that he has confidence in the judicial process. As the trial approaches, many who were close to Diddy are left questioning the man they thought they knew. Some former employees express disbelief at the accusations, while others reflect on the troubling behavior they witnessed during their time at Bad Boy Records. Diddy has reinvented himself multiple times throughout his career, but the upcoming trial may reveal a side of him that many were unaware of.