Diddy Issues Public Apology for Assaulting Ex-Girlfriend Cassie in Viral Video
American rapper and music executive Sean Combs, popularly known as Diddy, has publicly apologized after a video surfaced showing him assaulting his former signee and estranged girlfriend, Cassie, in a hotel hallway in 2016.
The emergence of the video, which captured Diddy repeatedly kicking and throwing objects at Cassie in a Los Angeles hotel, sparked outrage and condemnation from the public. In response, Diddy has taken “full responsibility” for his actions in the video, acknowledging that his behavior was “inexcusable.”
In a video message shared on his social media platforms on Sunday, Diddy expressed remorse for his actions, stating, “My behavior on that video is inexcusable. I take full responsibility for my actions in that video. I’m so sorry.”
Despite the public outcry, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has announced that it will not prosecute Diddy over the assault video. The attorney’s office cited the expiration of the timeline within which a crime of assault can be prosecuted as the reason for their decision.
Diddy’s apology comes amid heightened scrutiny of his past behavior and actions, underscoring the importance of accountability and taking responsibility for one’s actions, even years after the fact.