50 Cent has offered his perspective on why he believes celebrities are staying ‘silent’ about Diddy’s recent legal troubles.
The rapper, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, is well-known for his willingness to discuss industry issues openly with the media. Given the chance to comment on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, 50 Cent seized the opportunity.
Amid numerous allegations, including domestic violence and sexual misconduct against Diddy, 50 Cent has decided to voice his thoughts.
The rapper aims to spotlight these issues in a forthcoming documentary series that he is producing.
This series, which will eventually be available on Netflix, is expected to explore Diddy’s life and his recent legal issues in depth.
Although the docuseries has yet to be named, Jackson shared some insights with US Weekly about the project.
“I’m the only person in hip-hop culture that has produced any hit television. Why wouldn’t I be the person to produce it?” he stated.
He added, “And I’m not on the tapes. See, some of the people who have been around in the culture who are not saying anything, that’s because they’ve been to the parties… They don’t know what part of their experiences are on tape.”
Further discussing the matter, Diddy remarked, “So it keeps them quiet. And it looks like I’m the only guy, but I’ve been [saying] for years that something’s not right.”
Earlier this year, CNN released shocking CCTV footage from 2016 that showed Diddy physically assaulting Cassie Ventura at a Los Angeles hotel.
Diddy later issued an apology for his actions in the video via Instagram, stating: “So difficult to reflect on the darkest times in your life, sometimes you got to do that. I was f**ked up.”
“I mean, I hit rock bottom, but I make no excuses, my behavior in that video is inexcusable. I take full responsibility for my actions in that video, I’m disgusted.”
“I was disgusted then when I did it, I am disgusted now. I went and I sought out professional help, I got into going to therapy, going to rehab.”
“Had to ask God for his mercy and grace. I’m so sorry. But I am committed to be a better man each and every day. I’m not asking for forgiveness, I’m truly sorry.”
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