Sean “Diddy” Combs — who has been facing several rape and sexual assault allegations — is stepping down as chairman of Revolt, the media company he founded in 2013.
Revolt posted to its Instagram page on Tuesday morning of the move: “While Mr. Combs has previously had no operational or day-to-day role in the business, this decision helps ensure that REVOLT remains steadfastly focused on our mission to create meaningful content for the culture and amplify the voices of all Black people throughout this country and the African diaspora.”
The statement added: “Our focus has always been one that reflects our commitment to the collective journey of REVOLT — one that is not driven by any individual, but by the shared efforts and values of our entire team on behalf of advancing, elevating and championing our culture — and that continues.”
The news comes nearly two weeks after Diddy’s ex, singer Cassie, filed a bombshell lawsuit accusing the hip hop mogul of rape, abuse and sex trafficking during their decade-long relationship.
Diddy denied Cassie’s claims before settling the suit within 24 hours.
Two more women have come forward accusing him of similar claims — including one anonymous woman who has claimed Combs and singer Aaron Hall raped her and an unidentified friend in 1990 or 1991, according to a filing obtained by Rolling Stone.
Diddy’s spokesperson called those claims “fabricated” in a statement to Page Six, adding, “This is nothing but a money grab. Because of Mr. Combs’ fame and success, he is an easy target for anonymous accusers who lie without conscience or consequence for financial benefit… The public should be skeptical and not rush to accept these bogus allegations.”
Hall’s rep did not comment.
Revolt has largely been silent on the accusations.
Several sources told Page Six that brass at the company allegedly forbade staffers from writing anything negative about Diddy and his famous pals. Revolt did, however, report on his lawyer’s response insisting that the star’s quick settlement with Cassie was “in no way an admission of wrongdoing.”
Podcaster and journalist Dawn Montgomery, who appeared on Revolt’s “Monuments to Me” podcast, announced she would not be returning to her show due to the company’s affiliation with Diddy — as well as the media outfit’s handling of the allegations.
“[Their silence] says a lot,” she wrote.
We’re further told that female employees voiced their concern over the allegations — but that the company so far has still not issued a statement.
Cassie previously said of the settlement in a statement: “I have decided to resolve this matter amicably on terms that I have some level of control. I want to thank my family, fans and lawyers for their unwavering support.”
Diddy, 54, released a statement saying of the suit, “We have decided to resolve this matter amicably. I wish Cassie and her family all the best.”
His lawyer, Ben Brafman, subsequently stated, “A decision to settle a lawsuit, especially in 2023, is in no way an admission of wrongdoing. Mr. Combs’ decision to settle the lawsuit does not in any way undermine his flat-out denial of the claims. He is happy they got to a mutual settlement and wishes Ms. Ventura the best.”
