Joseph Manzaro, who is suing Sean “Diddy” Combs for sexual assault, has opened up about a big switch-up in his ongoing lawsuit. He has rejected the names of music legends Beyoncé and Jay-Z from the suit. Serious allegations of impropriety surround the decision. Witnesses allege that Combs considered a humiliating experience for Manzaro at a party, even arranging for his drugging and conveyance to Combs’ estate via an underground tunnel.
Manzaro claims that on the night in question he was drugged and coerced into sexually explicit acts. He alleges that Adria English, another partygoer, was “instrumental” in getting him to Combs’ home. Once he did get through, he says the first thing he noticed was that Jay-Z and Beyoncé were in the room. At the time, Beyoncé was said to be confused by Manzaro’s state.
“Beyoncé expressed confusion and asked why a half-naked man with a sex toy strapped to his face was standing in front of her.” – Joseph Manzaro’s complaint
Manzaro doubled down on accusations, alleging that he was paraded through another party while wearing a penis mask. He claims that this degrading ordeal was merely one of Combs’ goals to humiliate him. Jay-Z’s legal representatives have categorically called the claim an outright lie. They claim that Jay-Z wasn’t even in Florida when it happened.
A separate 2015 account from New York University’s student-run newspaper fills in the timeline further. It does more than insinuate—provide the smoking gun—that Jay-Z was on campus on the day of the alleged assault. Shortly after the incident was reported, both Jay-Z and Beyoncé vacationed in Hawaii, which bolsters their claims of non-involvement.
“This is more nonsense that erodes the trust in our ‘justice’ system.”
Manzaro’s accusations don’t end with Jay-Z and Beyoncé. He claims Combs sexually abused him, drugged him to the point of attempting to commit suicide and forced him to perform degrading sexual acts. He alleges Gloria, an officer named in his complaint, was the first to observe him in a “well-deteriorating condition.” She has been accused of calling an ambulance for him. Emilio, another co-conspirator, allegedly stepped in and escorted Gloria away before any medical help could be provided.
In response to all allegations alleged by Manzaro, Sean Combs’ legal team has adamantly denied all allegations and claims made by Manzaro. They dismissed the charges, acknowledging that they were not even accusations, as alarmist and financially motivated.
I know, it’s all very complicated and confusing. Still, Combs is facing a slew of lawsuits from several women who accuse him of sexual misconduct, which he has denied. At present, he has entered a not guilty plea on federal sex crimes charges and awaits trial scheduled for May 2025.
“This complaint demonstrates the depraved lengths plaintiffs will travel to garner headlines in pursuit of a payday.” – Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team
As this story continues to develop, the lawyers for all sides are preparing. They’re getting ready for what will undoubtedly be an absurdly expensive and contentious court fight. Manzaro’s withdrawal of Beyoncé and Jay-Z from his lawsuit seems to signal a shift in strategy as he navigates the challenging landscape of high-profile litigation.
“No sane person reading this complaint could credit this story. Mr. Combs looks forward to having his day in court, where these lies — and the perverse motives of those who told them — will be revealed.” – Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team
The situation remains complex as Combs faces multiple lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct from various individuals, all of which he has denied. Currently, he has pleaded not guilty to federal sex crime charges and awaits trial set for May 2025.
As developments unfold, the legal teams for all parties involved are bracing for what promises to be a contentious court battle. Manzaro’s withdrawal of Beyoncé and Jay-Z from his lawsuit seems to signal a shift in strategy as he navigates the challenging landscape of high-profile litigation.