Thalia Graves has filed a lawsuit against hip hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs and his former bodyguard Joseph Sherman, accusing them of drugging, binding, and violently raping her in 2001 at the Bad Boy Records studio in Manhattan. The lawsuit claims that Graves was lured into the studio, given a drink likely laced with a drug, and then briefly lost consciousness. She woke up to find herself bound and restrained while being mercilessly raped by Combs and Sherman. Despite her cries for help, they ignored her pleas during the attack.
According to court papers, Graves, who was 25 at the time and dating one of Combs’ employees, never reported the attack to the police out of fear that Combs would use his power to ruin her life. However, she decided to go public with her claim after Combs was arrested on federal charges of racketeering and sex trafficking. These charges allege that Combs was the kingpin of a criminal empire that abused women for decades, including forcing them to have sex with male prostitutes referred to as “Freak Offs.” A spokesperson for Combs has not responded to the allegations at this time.
The lawsuit accuses Combs and Sherman of drugging, binding, and violently raping Graves in a vicious attack that was filmed and shown to friends. It claims that the incident occurred at the Bad Boy Records studio in Manhattan and that Graves was briefly unconscious after being given a drink likely laced with a drug. She woke up to find herself bound and restrained by Combs and Sherman, who continued to rape her despite her cries for help. This horrific incident has had a lasting impact on Graves, who now resides in Texas.
The court papers describe how Graves was lured into the studio by Combs and Sherman under the pretense of meeting with them. She was unaware of their intentions and the traumatic experience that was about to unfold. The lawsuit alleges that the two men showed a total disregard for Graves’ well-being and safety, ignoring her pleas and continuing to sexually assault her. The severe physical and emotional trauma inflicted on Graves during this attack has led her to seek justice through legal action against Combs and Sherman.
Graves’ decision to come forward with her claims shows immense courage and determination to hold those responsible accountable for their actions. Despite her fears of retaliation, she has chosen to speak out against the powerful figures involved in this heinous act. The lawsuit sheds light on the disturbing allegations of misconduct and abuse within the hip hop industry, and serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing and confronting such issues. As the legal proceedings unfold, it remains to be seen how Combs and Sherman will respond to these serious accusations and what impact this lawsuit will have on the ongoing conversation surrounding sexual assault and accountability.
