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Sean 'Diddy' Combs Once Acquired A Painting By Kerry James Marshall For $21.1M — The Most Paid For A Living Black American Artist's Work

Across several decades, Kerry James Marshall has become known for his expertise in capturing Black American culture and history. One of his pivotal pieces of work was “The Lost Boys,” inspired by his upbringing in South Central Los Angeles, CA, during the time when the gangs the Crips and the Bloods were formed.

Ngozi Nwanji

Oct 17, 2023

After Paramount Ends Plans To Sell Majority Stake In BET, Sean 'Diddy' Combs Now Wants To Unite With Tyler Perry

Sean “Diddy” Combs has his eyes set on building a force in media with the help of fellow entertainment industry veterans.

Ngozi Nwanji

Sep 14, 2023

Diageo Looks To Drop Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Following His Claims Of Alleged Racial Discrimination

Spirits brand Diageo is sharing its side of the story on the partnership with Sean “Diddy” Combs.

Samantha Dorisca

Jun 27, 2023

Diddy Sues Spirits Giant Diageo, Claims Racial Discrimination And Neglect Of His Tequila Brand DeLeón

Diddy believes that DeLeón, his tequila brand, deserves more backing, so he’s taking a stand.

Ngozi Nwanji

May 31, 2023

Jadakiss Thanks Diddy For Not Playing Hardball After The LOX Was Bought Out Of Their Contract For $2M

Sometimes drastic times call for drastic measures. To rightfully claim what belonged to The LOX, Jadakiss and his fellow group members took direct action.

Ngozi Nwanji

Mar 2, 2023

Mary J. Blige Says She Was 'Afraid Of Success' But Diddy Helped Her To Be Ambitious In Her Career

Over the course of three decades, Mary J. Blige has been one of the leading voices in the music industry. With 15 studio albums in the game, the music legend continues to sit on her throne as the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul.

Ngozi Nwanji

Jan 30, 2023

Diddy Has Turned Down Offers And Is 'In No Rush' To Sell His Music Catalog — Here's Why

Artists’ decisions to sell their music catalogs have been a debated topic that continuously pops up. In Diddy’s case, it appears that he’s playing the long game.

Ngozi Nwanji

Jan 17, 2023

Diddy Calls Out Apple Music And Spotify For Its Rules And Regulations — 'These People Out Here Trying To Control Me'

For over three decades, Diddy has built a legacy in the music industry. Staying true to his “Can’t stop, won’t stop” motto, the mogul hasn’t let up on both releasing music and discovering new talent. As previously reported by AfroTech, he announced the latest level of his evolution with Love Records — his new R&B label that has partnered with Motown Records.

Ngozi Nwanji

Oct 3, 2022

'If I Win, We All Win:' Diddy Says The 'Biggest Tip' He's Ever Given Was A Whopping $250K

One person’s life may have been changed forever after getting an unforgettable tip from Diddy.

Samantha Dorisca

Sep 30, 2022

Diddy Invests $2M Into REC For A New Facility In Miami To Further Level The Playing Field For Independent Creators

If Sean “Diddy” Combs doesn’t do anything else, he’s going to invest in the future of Black creatives. With that said, the hip-hop mogul has officially put his monetary support behind Resources For Every Creator (REC), the resource hub designed with future visionaries in mind! Thanks to a hefty investment of $2 million from Sean Combs Capital, REC Miami is set to open its doors to continue the organization’s commitment to equipping creative people with the resources, communities, and opportunities needed to pursue their entrepreneurial goals.

Shanique Yates

Sep 6, 2022

Diddy Announces New R&B Music Label As Well As A Partnership With Motown Records

Diddy has become the living embodiment of his 1996 lyric, “I thought I told you that we don’t stop.” Over the past several years, the multimillionaire has been inundated with multiple business ventures outside his origins in music. However, with the announcement of a new R&B label, Sean Combs is making his return.

Josh Rodgers

May 10, 2022

Diddy Places $3.3M Bid To Repurchase His Sean John Brand Out Of Bankruptcy

When we think of iconic fashion and lifestyle brands from the 90s and early 2000s, Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Sean John — founded in 1998 — is one that instantly comes to mind. Sean John was a massive success in its time, but once it was out of its prime, the clothing line fell into bankruptcy. Now, the business mogul is seeking to buy its assets with a $3.3 million bid to bring the brand back to life, Bloomberg reports.

Ngozi Nwanji

Dec 2, 2021

Diddy Expands Capital Prep Harlem's Campus For More Students In His Hometown To Excel

Diddy is pushing for bigger and better for Capital Prep Harlem — his New York City charter school. On Nov.11, the Harlem native announced that the charter school will be moving to the Church of All Saints and School building, ABC News reports. The new campus allows Capital Prep Harlem’s capacity to grow from 500 to 700 students from grades 6th through 12th. The school’s expansion through the relocation is set to open the door for even greater educational opportunities for Harlem students. “The kids of Harlem should have access to opportunity and a quality education and deserve to learn on a campus that reflects the level of excellence we aspire for them to achieve,” Diddy said in a statement. “This new campus for Capital Prep Harlem reflects my commitment to empowering as many children as I can and creating spaces for the next generation of leaders to thrive in every aspect of their lives.” For the 2022-2023 school year, students will be stepping on the new campus that features “40...

Ngozi Nwanji

Nov 11, 2021