Adria Sheri English, a former go-go dancer, has expressed her determination to testify against Sean “Diddy” Combs, revealing disturbing details about the things she was allegedly forced to do under his control. English claims these actions continue to haunt her to this day.
English Files Lawsuit Against Diddy
Shortly before Diddy’s federal charges for racketeering and sex trafficking were announced, English filed an explosive lawsuit against the hip-hop mogul. In her complaint, filed on July 2, English accused Diddy of coercing her into having unwanted sex with guests at his infamous parties. Speaking after his arrest, English said, “I anticipate testifying in New York’s federal court to help ensure Diddy is imprisoned for life.”
From Go-Go Dancing to Forced Acts
English claims that what started as go-go dancing at Diddy’s Hamptons parties around 2004 soon escalated into something much darker. According to her attorney, Ariel Mitchell-Kidd, English was directed by Diddy to perform sexual acts on guests. This marked the first instance of what would become a recurring pattern at Diddy’s parties, which allegedly transformed into secret, debaucherous gatherings after the general crowd left.
Drugged and Controlled
The lawsuit details how English was allegedly supplied with alcohol laced with drugs, which rendered her unable to resist or recall much of the events. Mitchell-Kidd explained that English, familiar with alcohol from her work in strip clubs, noticed the effects were different at Diddy’s parties. “She didn’t even remember getting home,” the attorney said.
Exploitative Environment and Fear of Blackballing
English described how Diddy’s influence and power left her feeling trapped. A source claimed, “He had [English] under his thumb. There was a fear of being blackballed if you didn’t comply.” The lawsuit alleges that Diddy used his status to intimidate English into continuing to participate in his sex and drug trafficking operations.
Confrontation and Removal from Parties
In a pivotal moment detailed in the lawsuit, English recounts confronting Diddy at one of his parties, expressing frustration over being forced into sex work. Her outburst resulted in her being removed by security and sent to a hotel as punishment, rather than being allowed to stay at Diddy’s Star Island house.
Diddy’s Alleged Retaliation and Industry Power
English claims that after she stopped working for Diddy in 2009, he carried out his threat to blackball her in the music industry. Her lawsuit also includes allegations from other women who experienced similar treatment, highlighting a pattern of coercion and abuse at Diddy’s parties.
As the legal proceedings against Diddy unfold, English’s willingness to testify adds to the growing list of accusations that could have profound implications for the hip-hop mogul.