In a new development in the high-profile legal battle between Sean “Diddy” Combs and Ex-partner Cassie, a judge has granted Diddy limited access to drafts of her upcoming memoir. The ruling marks a noteworthy win for the music mogul as he continues to fight back against her explosive lawsuit filed last year.
According to court documents filed in the ongoing civil case, Diddy’s legal team requested access to materials related to Cassie’s unpublished memoir, arguing that the content may contain critical information that could support his defense. The judge ultimately agreed—partially—ordering that Diddy be granted access to selected sections of the manuscript, specifically those that refer to the nature of their relationship, alleged abuse, or events mentioned in Cassie’s original complaint.
Cassie, who filed a lawsuit in late 2023 accusing Diddy of years of abuse, trafficking, and manipulation, had previously tried to block access to her book materials, citing personal privacy and the integrity of her creative work. Her legal team contended that the memoir was protected under her rights as an author and victim, and that forcing her to share early drafts would amount to overreach and intimidation.
However, the court sided with Diddy’s claim that portions of the memoir could reveal inconsistencies or context that would be important for a fair defense.
“This ruling is about access to evidence—not about silencing a survivor,” one legal analyst said. “Courts often walk a fine line between protecting alleged victims and ensuring due process.”
The decision doesn’t mean Diddy can freely review the entire book. Instead, the court outlined specific limitations on what could be reviewed, and Cassie’s attorneys will be allowed to redact unrelated portions of the draft. Additionally, a protective order was issued to prevent the contents from leaking publicly, a safeguard meant to protect Cassie’s privacy and the integrity of her story.
This legal win follows a string of heated back-and-forth filings between the two parties, including Cassie’s recent attempts to block Diddy from obtaining her banking records and full book deal contracts. Diddy’s team has repeatedly argued that Cassie’s lawsuit is financially motivated and that she has sought to control public narratives about their time together.
Meanwhile, sources close to Cassie maintain that the memoir is a deeply personal project and not a weapon in the lawsuit. The book, which has yet to receive an official release date, is expected to detail her life in the music industry, including her time under Bad Boy Records, her past romantic relationship with Diddy, and her journey toward healing.
Legal experts say this recent ruling could shift the tone of the case heading into discovery and depositions. “If the memoir includes timelines or descriptions that differ from court filings, it could impact credibility,” said one attorney not connected to the case.
For now, both sides appear locked in a legal chess match, with each filing carrying the potential to reshape the trajectory of one of hip-hop’s most closely watched lawsuits.
Stay tapped in as more details unfold around this complex battle between a former power couple whose private history is now playing out in public court.
