TRIGGER WARNING: This article includes references to sexual abuse.Sean “Diddy” Combs faces a new lawsuit from a man identified as John Doe, who claims the music mogul sexually assaulted him when he was a minor. The accuser says he was working as a child actor when he attended a Hollywood Hills party in 2007 and met Combs. He alleges Combs later spoke to him alone about possible career opportunities before the alleged assault took place.

Diddy lawsuit filed by former child actor

According to Just Jared, which cited court documents obtained by TMZ, the man filed the lawsuit under the name John Doe and accused Combs of assaulting him while he was underage. TMZ reported that the man said he had been invited to the party as part of a networking event tied to his acting career.The lawsuit claims the accuser met Combs at the party, where Combs allegedly invited him to speak in private about future work. Once they were alone, the man alleges Combs touched him inappropriately and forced a sexual act. He also claims he told Combs that the situation made him uncomfortable before the alleged assault.The accuser says Combs later told him he would keep him in mind for possible jobs. The lawsuit says the man left the party soon after the alleged incident.

Diddy rep denies sexual assault allegations

TMZ reported that the man is suing Combs and several agents. The lawsuit claims those agents had a duty to protect him from harm at the event. The complaint seeks unspecified damages.Combs’ representative, Juda Engelmayer, denied the allegations in a statement to TMZ. “The allegations from this so-called nameless child actor are false and ridiculous,” the rep said. He also said, “Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted anyone.”The representative added, “These allegations will be disproved like all the rest.”Just Jared reported the lawsuit on June 9, 2026, and credited TMZ for the court documents and the statement from Combs’ team. The report did not name the accuser because he filed as John Doe.The new lawsuit adds to the legal scrutiny around Combs, who has faced several allegations in recent years. Combs has denied wrongdoing in response to multiple claims.DISCLAIMER: If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, assault, or abuse, please seek immediate help. Reach out to a mental health specialist, NGO, or trusted individual. Several helplines are available to offer assistance.