May 19th 2024.
After a recently released CCTV video showed Sean "Diddy" Combs physically hurting his former partner, Casandra "Cassie" Ventura, the rapper and media mogul has finally broken his silence. The video, which shows Combs kicking and dragging Ventura in a 2016 incident, has been the talk of the town since its release.
In response, Combs took to his Instagram on May 19 to address the issue and apologize for his actions. He shared a heartfelt video, captioning it with a simple yet powerful statement, "I'm truly sorry." In the video, he acknowledges his behavior and takes full responsibility for his actions, stating that they were "inexcusable." He also opens up about his struggles during that time, calling it the "darkest" period of his life.
"It's so difficult to reflect on the darkest times in your life, but sometimes you got to do that," Combs shares in the video. "I was messed up - I hit rock bottom - but I make no excuses. My behavior on that video is inexcusable."
The CCTV footage, released by CNN, aligns with Ventura's now-settled lawsuit against Combs. The video was made public on May 17, and it shows a presumed Ventura attempting to leave the hotel room she shared with Combs. However, Diddy, seemingly in a drunken state, follows her and violently attacks her.
In his apology, Combs also reveals that he sought professional help and turned to therapy and rehab to work on himself. He admits feeling disgusted with his actions back then and even now. However, he is committed to being a better man each day and asks for no forgiveness, only stating that he is truly sorry.
As for legal action, the Los Angeles District Attorney's office has stated that the incident took place outside the time frame for prosecuting an assault. Ventura's attorney, on the other hand, has called the CCTV footage "gut-wrenching" and confirms the allegations against Combs. "Words cannot express the courage and fortitude that Ms. Ventura has shown in coming forward to bring this to light," the lawyer said in a statement.
Ventura's lawsuit, filed in November 2023, has sparked a trend of others coming forward with similar allegations against the media mogul. As a result, Combs has been exiled from Hollywood, and he has also removed himself from many of his enterprises. The CCTV video has brought to light the disturbing and predatory behavior of Combs, and it is a reminder of the importance of speaking up against abuse and seeking justice.
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