Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs has launched a fierce attack against streaming giant Netflix following the unexpected announcement of a documentary series about his life. The four-part series, titled 'The Reckoning', is scheduled for release on December 2, and has been met with immediate and fiery condemnation from Diddy's camp.
A "Shameful Hit Piece" and Claims of Stolen Footage
Through his spokesperson, Diddy did not hold back, branding the docuseries a "shameful hit piece." The core of his anger stems from allegations that Netflix is using stolen and unauthorized private footage. According to reports, Diddy claims the platform has taken clips he has been personally archiving since his teenage years, material he insists was never intended for public consumption.
He is reportedly furious that this deeply personal archive, which he believed would one day be used to tell his own story on his own terms, has allegedly been handed to outsiders. His team accused Netflix of being "desperate to sensationalize every minute of Mr. Combs' life" purely to profit from the ongoing controversies surrounding him.
The 50 Cent Factor and Allegations of a Vendetta
Adding significant fuel to the fire is Netflix's decision to involve Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson in the project. 50 Cent is a longtime public rival of Diddy, and his involvement has been described by Diddy's spokesperson as "staggering." The camp directly accused the rapper and television producer of having a personal vendetta, framing his participation as a clear attempt to settle old scores.
For Diddy, this move represents a profound personal betrayal from Netflix leadership, whom he claims to have respected. He expressed shock that the platform would allow someone who has "attacked him for years" to play a key role in shaping the narrative of his life and legacy.
Netflix's Stance and the Project's Promise
In contrast to the loud protests, the director of 'The Reckoning' has asserted that all materials for the documentary were obtained legally and with the necessary rights. She countered that Diddy has been filming himself for decades and that the footage "came to them" through proper, legitimate channels.
Netflix itself has remained largely silent, letting the recently released trailer speak for itself. The preview features a heavy voiceover stating, "You can't continue to keep hurting people and nothing ever happens," setting a serious and investigative tone. The series promises exclusive interviews, explosive never-before-seen materials, and a deep dive into the rise and fall of the Bad Boy Records founder, who is currently serving a prison sentence.
The stage is now set for a major public clash as the December release date approaches. With Diddy vowing to fight what he sees as a malicious portrayal and Netflix standing by its project, 'The Reckoning' is already living up to its name, promising a reckoning both on and off the screen.
