Diddy and Jay-Z Launch Counter-Lawsuit Against Attorney Who Accused Them
Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Jay Z have launched legal action against attorney Tony Buzbee following the dismissal of a rape case that accused them of assaulting a 13-year-old after the 2000 MTV VMAs.
Jay-Z and Diddy at event
The rappers are pursuing lawsuits in federal court (New York) and state court (California), claiming Buzbee engaged in unauthorized legal practices and defamation. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mark Epstein noted that Buzbee's social media behavior suggests actual malice, particularly his engagement with posts implicating Jay Z.
Tony Buzbee speaking to media
The controversy escalated when a Texas lawyer revised the original filing in December 2024, explicitly naming Jay Z as "Celebrity A" alongside Combs. This forced Jay Z to publicly address the allegations, though the plaintiff ultimately dropped the case on February 14, 2025.
Jay-Z in shades and beanie
With prominent attorney Camille Vasquez joining their legal team, Combs and Jay Z are now focused on holding Buzbee accountable. Upcoming hearings in late March could set significant precedents for celebrity legal cases and professional conduct standards.
Jay-Z and Diddy outside together
The outcome of this case could reshape how defamation cases involving public figures are handled and establish new boundaries for legal ethics in high-profile celebrity litigation.
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