Rapper and music icon Sean “Diddy” Combs is fighting back against serious allegations made against him. On January 22, Diddy filed a $50 million defamation lawsuit in a New York federal court, denying claims that he sexually abused others and calling the accusations completely false.

The lawsuit targets Courtney Burgess, Burgess’ attorney Ariel Mitchell, and NewsNation, a broadcaster owned by Nexstar Media. Burgess has publicly alleged that he possesses videos showing Diddy and other celebrities engaging in sexual crimes. He claimed to have received 11 flash drives from Diddy’s late ex-girlfriend, Kim Porter, which allegedly contain explicit footage.

Diddy has rejected these claims, stating that such videos do not exist. In the lawsuit, he accuses Burgess and Mitchell of making defamatory statements and spreading false information. He also says these allegations are damaging his reputation and could unfairly influence jurors for his upcoming criminal trial.

The rapper is currently in jail awaiting trial for charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. His trial is scheduled for May 5. Over the past year, Diddy has faced several civil lawsuits accusing him of rape, trafficking, and abuse, dating back to the 1990s. He has repeatedly maintained his innocence.

In his defamation lawsuit, Diddy argues that the false claims are causing significant harm to his public image. He is seeking $50 million in damages to hold those spreading these accusations accountable.

As the case unfolds, Diddy continues to assert that the accusations are baseless and aimed at tarnishing his reputation.