Terrence Howard, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in “Iron Man” and “Empire,” recently made startling allegations about an encounter with music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. In an interview on the “Valuetainment” podcast with Patrick Bet-David, Howard claimed that Diddy attempted to come on to him during a private meeting years ago. According to Howard, Diddy had invited him multiple times to help with his acting skills.
However, when Howard finally visited Diddy, he found the rapper just sitting and staring at him, without any materials to work on. Diddy then asked to listen to some of Howard’s music but remained silent throughout. Howard, 56, revealed that he was perplexed by Diddy’s behavior.
His assistant suggested that Diddy might have been trying to come on to him. “Now you know to be hands-off with somebody,” Howard said, adding that he has had similar encounters with other producers in the past. The actor emphasized his commitment to maintaining his masculinity and integrity.
I’ve lost businesses because I don’t bend over in that way. I don’t compromise. I don’t play gay roles.
I don’t kiss a man.
Howard’s allegations against Diddy
I don’t do that because the man card means everything,” Howard stated.
These allegations come at a time when Diddy, 55, is facing serious legal troubles. The music mogul is currently dealing with federal sex trafficking charges and is being sued by several accusers. His trial is set to begin on May 5, 2025.
Diddy’s lawyers have dismissed the lawsuit claims, calling them attempts to garner headlines for financial gain. They stated, “No sane person reading this complaint could credit this story. Mr. Combs looks forward to having his day in court where these lies – and the perverse motives of those who told them – will be revealed.”
Representatives for Diddy have not immediately responded to requests for comment regarding Howard’s allegations.
This is the first major public accusation of this nature against the rapper. Howard’s revelations have sparked discussions about the darker side of Hollywood and the pressures faced by celebrities. The actor, known for his roles in shows like “All My Children,” “Family Matters,” and “Empire,” has been vocal about his experiences and observations in the industry.
In the same interview, Howard also criticized female celebrities who he believes trade their bodies for roles. He expressed his disappointment in those who achieve success but lose their integrity in the process. As the story continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Diddy and his legal team will respond to Howard’s claims.
The allegations have added another layer to the ongoing controversies surrounding the music mogul.
