50 Cent to produce Netflix docuseries on sex trafficking allegations against Diddy

"This is a story with significant human impact. It is a complex narrative spanning decades," said 50 Cent.


Pop Culture & Art September 26, 2024
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Netflix is currently producing a docuseries by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson that focuses on allegations of sex trafficking, racketeering, as well as claims of sexual assault and violent abuse against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Alexandria Stapleton is directing the project, which is still in production.

“This is a story with significant human impact. It is a complex narrative spanning decades, not just the headlines or clips seen so far,” 50 Cent and Stapleton said in an exclusive statement to Variety.

“We remain steadfast in our commitment to give a voice to the voiceless and to present authentic and nuanced perspectives. While the allegations are disturbing, we urge all to remember that Sean Combs’ story is not the full story of hip-hop and its culture. We aim to ensure that individual actions do not overshadow the culture’s broader contributions.”

50 Cent serves as executive producer through his G-Unit Film & Television label, while Stapleton also executive produces under her company House of Nonfiction. Texas Crew Productions is also involved in the production.

50 Cent first revealed that G-Unit would be behind the production of the docuseries in early December, by which time four women had already filed lawsuits against Combs. The first lawsuit was from ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, whose case sparked further claims against him.

Combs settled the lawsuit with Ventura soon after. At that point, 50 Cent shared a video on X where Bad Boy Records rapper Mark Curry alleged that Combs would spike champagne bottles at parties before women drank them. 50 Cent mentioned that proceeds from the documentary would go toward supporting victims of sexual assault.

Recently, Combs was arrested in New York and charged with three crimes: racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, and transporting individuals for prostitution. He pleaded not guilty, but remains in custody after being denied bail at his appeal hearing.

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