Renowned journalist and podcaster Touré has recently made shocking allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs, claiming that the music mogul fired Touré’s younger cousin from an internship after the cousin refused Combs’ alleged sexual advances.
In a recent appearance on Joy Reid’s The ReidOut, Touré recounted a troubling experience involving himself, his family member, and Combs, which he described as deeply disturbing at the time. Touré, known for his coverage of Combs and his artists throughout his career, revealed that he had reached out to Combs in the past to secure an internship for his cousin, which Combs had agreed to.
“I know this man well enough to call him and say, ‘Hey, I need a favor,’” Touré said of Combs during the interview. “This might have been 10, 12 years ago that I called him and said, ‘Hey, I have a family member who I want you to hire as an intern.’”
However, Touré disclosed that his cousin’s internship abruptly ended after just three or four months, with no explanation initially provided. After persistent inquiry, Touré’s family member eventually revealed that Combs had given him an ultimatum: to spend the night with him or risk losing the internship.
“Puff had said, ‘Come home, stay the night with me or the internship is over,’” Touré alleged. “[The intern] said, ‘Absolutely not.’ And the internship ended.”
This revelation adds to the mounting allegations against Combs, who has faced lawsuits accusing him of sexual assault and other scandalous behavior, including drug-fueled sexual encounters and human trafficking. Despite a recent raid by the Department of Homeland Security on two of Combs’ properties, no charges have been filed against him, and he maintains his innocence.
Touré’s account coincides with a broader pattern of allegations against Combs. In February, Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones Jr. filed a lawsuit against Diddy, accusing him of sexual assault and detailing a series of disturbing claims, including attempts to coerce unwanted sexual activity with other men.
Diddy’s legal team swiftly dismissed Jones’ allegations as fabrications, labeling him as a liar seeking financial gain. Despite the denials, Touré’s accusation adds to the growing scrutiny surrounding Combs’ conduct.
Touré himself has faced allegations of sexual harassment in the past. In 2019, a makeup artist named Dani accused Touré of making inappropriate sexual comments toward her, leading to his dismissal from a show where they worked together.
Reflecting on his past behavior, Touré issued an apology, acknowledging his role in creating an uncomfortable work environment. He expressed regret for his actions and emphasized his commitment to personal growth and learning from the experience.