Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has fired back at Netflix after the streaming giant announced a four‑part documentary about his life,
slated to debut on December 2, 2025. Combs, who is currently serving a 50‑month federal prison sentence for trafficking and racketeering convictions, released a statement through a spokesperson describing the series as a “shameful hit piece” and alleging that Netflix used “stolen and unauthorized footage”
The spokesperson says Combs has been filming his own story since his teenage years with the intention of telling it on his own terms. They claim Netflix “misappropriated” material, including private recordings and pre‑indictment clips that were never meant for public release. The production team, however, maintains that all footage was obtained legally and that they hold full rights to the content
Adding fuel to the fire, rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson longtime rival of Combs—served as an executive producer on the project. Combs’ team called Netflix’s decision to involve Jackson “staggering,” accusing him of a personal vendetta
Netflix has not issued a detailed comment beyond the series trailer, which features the ominous voice‑over: “You can’t continue to keep hurting people and nothing ever happens.” The trailer promises previously unseen material, exclusive interviews, and an examination of Combs’ rise in the entertainment industry followed by his recent legal downfall 
The documentary, directed by Alexandria Stapleton, is set to premiere globally on Netflix on December 2, 2025, and will explore both the cultural impact of Combs’ empire and the controversies that led to his conviction. As the release date approaches, the dispute between Combs’ camp and Netflix continues to generate headlines, highlighting the intersection of celebrity, legal battles, and media narrative.