Danity Kane's Dawn Richard files explosive lawsuit against Diddy, alleging years of abuse

Richard claims the abuse began during her time on MTV's "Making the Band," where Combs demeaned female contestants.

Former Danity Kane star Dawn Richard has filed a bombshell lawsuit against music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging a pattern of abuse and intimidation spanning over a decade. The suit, filed in New York, details Richard's experiences with Combs, including verbal abuse, assault, and sexual battery.

Richard's allegations echo those made by Combs' former girlfriend Cassie Ventura, who filed a series of lawsuits against him in 2023. The complaint paints a disturbing picture of Combs as a volatile and abusive figure who allegedly used his power to control and manipulate those around him.

Richard claims the abuse began during her time on MTV's "Making the Band," where Combs allegedly demeaned female contestants and subjected them to grueling work conditions. She further alleges that Combs continued to abuse her during her time in Danity Kane and Diddy-Dirty Money, withholding payments, groping her, and threatening her life.

Combs' attorney has denied the allegations, calling them a "manufactured" attempt to get money. However, Richard's lawsuit is the latest in a string of legal troubles for Combs, who was recently ordered to pay $100 million in a sexual assault judgment.

This high-profile lawsuit is likely to draw significant attention to the issue of abuse in the music industry. As more individuals come forward with their stories, the pressure on powerful figures like Combs to be held accountable for their actions is only set to increase.