Cuba Gooding Jr. Named in Lawsuit Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs for Sexual Assault Allegations

Oscar winner Cuba Gooding Jr. has been included as a co-defendant in a lawsuit filed against hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs, with new sexual assault allegations surfacing.

The lawsuit, brought forth by producer Rodney 'Lil Rod' Jones, has been amended to now involve Gooding and features declarations from former Motown Records CEO Ethiopia Habtemariam regarding license agreements.

Federal agents recently searched Combs’ properties as part of a sex trafficking investigation linked to the mogul and entrepreneur, following allegations of criminal activity.

Gooding, known for his role in ‘Jerry Maguire,’ faces accusations of sexual harassment and assault from Jones, who produced songs on Diddy’s 2023 album.

Jones claimed he was groomed by Combs and faced uncomfortable advances from Gooding on a yacht, leading to the recent legal modifications.

The lawsuit expands the list of defendants to include notables like Universal Music Group CEO Lucian Charles Grainge, along with several others in the music industry.

The complaint alleges a breach of duty by Combs, asserting that he failed to protect Jones from the alleged assaults by Cuba Gooding Jr., leading to immense suffering for the producer.

Notably, the suit implicates a wide network of individuals and entities in the music industry, detailing a web of alleged misconduct and criminal activities.

Legal experts suggest that while a criminal case against Combs may take time, civil lawsuits like this one could provide crucial insights for investigators.