Los Angeles, California – A recent lawsuit accuses Sean “Diddy” Combs of coercing a former adult film star into engaging in sexual activities with guests at his notorious Hamptons parties. The lawsuit alleges that Adria English, also known as Omunique in the adult film industry, was essentially trafficked by Combs while working as a go-go dancer at one of his annual parties nearly two decades ago.
English claims that she was “groomed” by Combs into becoming a victim of sex trafficking and that she was eventually forced to engage in sexual encounters with party attendees. The lawsuit, filed in Manhattan federal court, also states that when English tried to leave Combs’ influence in 2009, he sabotaged her career in the entertainment industry.
The lawsuit details an incident where Combs allegedly instructed English to wear a black dress as a signal to other party attendees that she was available for sexual activities. Additionally, English claims she was directed to sleep with jeweler Jacob Arabov, also known as Jacob the Jeweler, at one of the parties.
The legal complaint suggests that English complied with Combs’ demands out of fear for her safety and job prospects, as well as concern for her then-boyfriend Anthony Gallo’s employment with Sean John, a fashion company associated with Combs. English’s legal team asserts that Combs initially offered to help her break into the music industry but later retaliated by “blackballing” her and Gallo when she stopped working for him.
As a result of the emotional distress caused by these alleged experiences, English is seeking unspecified damages through the lawsuit. The complaint also implicates other individuals and companies connected to Combs in facilitating these circumstances.
Combs, known for hits like “I’ll Be Missing You,” has been the subject of multiple lawsuits in recent months, with several women accusing him of sex trafficking and abuse. Despite these allegations, Combs has strongly denied any wrongdoing. In response to English’s lawsuit, his lawyer Jonathan Davis emphasized Combs’ innocence and expressed confidence in prevailing against what he deemed as baseless claims.
The ongoing legal battle highlights the complexity of issues surrounding sex trafficking and abuse, shedding light on power dynamics within the entertainment industry. As the case unfolds, it underscores the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions and seeking justice for victims of exploitation.