Diddy (54 years old), whose real name is Sean Combs (formerly known by stage names Puff Daddy, P. Diddy), is a rapper, singer, actor, producer, and record executive, and one of the most influential figures in the American music and entertainment industry.
On September 16 (U.S. time), Diddy was arrested in New York on multiple charges: rape, sex trafficking, coercion, abuse, and using extortion and violence to control victims. Diddy is currently being held in a jail under strict surveillance to prevent any suicide attempt.
This incident has shocked not only the U.S. but the entire world, implicating numerous big Hollywood stars and other powerful figures. Many are now questioning just how wealthy and powerful Diddy must be to manipulate all of Hollywood.
As one of the most prominent and successful rappers, Diddy has been nominated for the Grammy Awards 14 times and won 3 times. He was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1995. In 1997, Guinness World Records awarded him the title of the most successful Rap Music Producer.
With his achievements in music, Diddy built a diverse business empire, spanning music, fashion, liquor, and media. His influence in the music industry extends beyond producing and performing; he is also known as a businessman who continuously expanded his ventures into multiple industries.
In 1993, Diddy founded his own record label, Bad Boy Records. Three decades later, he has expanded his influence in the music industry, amassing an enormous fortune, the largest in the hip-hop world, making him considered the richest rapper of all time. In 2022, according to Forbes, Diddy’s net worth hit $1 billion. While this figure has since decreased, it still remains above $600 million.
In his music career, Diddy has released five studio albums, two collaborative albums, one remix album, and 72 singles. His record label once brought in around $130 million annually at its peak. Diddy’s own music, including albums and singles, has earned him $100 million in royalties.
In business, Diddy launched his own fashion brand, Sean John, in 1998, which now generates over $525 million annually. Additionally, he has invested in and bought stakes in many other high-end fashion brands. He also partnered with Diageo to promote and distribute Cîroc vodka, turning it into one of the leading premium vodka brands in the U.S. This deal is believed to have earned Diddy $60 million.
From the 2010s, Diddy ventured into acting. He starred in a comedy film that grossed $95.5 million at the box office. Besides that, Diddy has also appeared in several reality TV shows. In 2013, he launched Revolt TV, a cable television network focused on music and culture.
Given his immense wealth, it’s no surprise that Diddy leads an extremely lavish lifestyle, owning luxury mansions and real estate. He has two main residences in Los Angeles and Miami, as well as multiple other properties scattered across the U.S., each typically worth tens of millions of dollars.
This is Diddy’s main mansion in Los Angeles, recently raided by the police. The mansion is worth around $40 million. It has eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, a swimming pool, a basketball court, and a large garden.
This is another mansion, located in Miami, where many of Diddy’s infamous wild parties have taken place. He once mortgaged this property for $48 million in an attempt to post bail following a lawsuit, but was unsuccessful.
Diddy also has a collection of supercars from various brands and price ranges, including a Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder, Maybach 57, Rolls-Royce Phantom, Chevrolet Corvette, Ferrari, and more.
Multiple news outlets report that Diddy also travels aboard a 57-meter yacht, which has been the site of some of his notorious wild parties. It’s unclear whether Diddy owns or rents the yacht, but the rental price alone for a week can reach up to €300,000 (over 8.1 billion VND).
Diddy is also rumored to own a private jet, a Gulfstream G550, named LoveAir.
