In a shocking turn of events, a VHS tape from Diddy’s 29th birthday party in 1998 has resurfaced amidst the explosive abuse scandal surrounding the music mogul. The nearly six-minute video, sent out as an invitation to the star-studded bash, features a who’s who of celebrities including Oprah, Donald Trump, Mariah Carey, and more.
The tape, which was delivered in a black-velvet pouch, showcases the lavish and extravagant nature of the party, with A-listers hyping up the event and encouraging recipients to RSVP. From Chris Rock cracking jokes about Diddy’s many nicknames to Ellen DeGeneres teasing the rapper, the video serves as a time capsule from the peak of the Bad Boy era.
The bash, which reportedly cost $600,000, saw 1,600 guests in attendance, including Henry Winkler, Mike Tyson, Jay Z, and Martha Stewart. The event was compared to Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball, celebrating Diddy’s high-profile success and notoriety.
However, amidst the glitz and glamour of the past, Diddy is currently embroiled in legal troubles, with his ex-girlfriend Cassie accusing him of abuse and his homes being raided as part of a sex trafficking investigation. Despite the allegations, Diddy has denied any wrongdoing.
As the investigation unfolds, the resurfacing of the VHS tape serves as a stark reminder of the rise and fall of a music mogul once at the top of the industry.