By Daily Mail (U.S.) | Created at 2024-11-19 00:25:11 | Updated at 2024-11-23 10:39:23
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A mystery celebrity who has decided to keep their identify secret has filed a lawsuit against the attorney representing more than 120 of Diddy's accusers.
The lawsuit accuses lawyer Tony Buzbee of orchestrating an extortion scheme involving fabricated allegations of sexual misconduct.
In the suit, filed on Monday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, the plaintiff who knew Diddy, refers to themselves as a 'high profile individual'.
They allege how lawyer Buzbee and his firm threatened to unleash false claims of sexual assault unless the celebrity agreed to pay an exorbitant settlement.
According to the complaint, Buzbee's alleged tactics included sending demand letters outlining serious but unfounded accusations, such as multiple instances of rape involving minors at parties purportedly hosted by music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
The man claims Buzbee threatened to release 'entirely fabricated and malicious allegations of sexual assault - including multiple incidents of rape of a minor, both male and female - against Plaintiff if he refuses to comply with their demands.'
The suit, seen by TMZ, states how Buzbee's demand letters allege the plaintiff raped the males and females while they were under the influence of drugs.
The lawsuit states that these claims were entirely baseless and maliciously designed to coerce the plaintiff into a settlement to avoid public scandal and reputational harm.
A mystery celebrity who has decided to keep their identify secret has filed a lawsuit against Tony Buzbee, the attorney representing 120 of Diddy's accusers
Diddy was federally charged with racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution on September 17, 2024
The lawsuit also highlights Buzbee's history of filing high-profile cases against celebrities, including NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson.
In those cases, Buzbee was accused of leveraging public pressure and salacious allegations to secure settlements.
The mystery celeb alleges that Buzbee is once again employing similar methods, weaponizing demand letters to extract money under the threat of litigation.
The filing further mentions a case involving Green Bay Packers kicker Brandon McManus, in which Buzbee made 'dubious claims he knows would not stand up in court.'
The sexual assault allegations made were later found to lack sufficient evidence.
The plaintiff, identified only as 'John Doe,' claims that Buzbee's approach often involves a 'ticking clock,' where he pressures individuals to resolve matters quickly through mediation or risk damaging lawsuits.
Represented by the prominent law firm Quinn Emanuel, the plaintiff is now seeking damages for extortion and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
As the case progresses, Quinn Emanuel has urged anyone with relevant information about Buzbee's alleged conduct to come forward.
The lawsuit also highlights Buzbee's history of filing high-profile cases against celebrities, including NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson
The filing further mentions a case involving Green Bay Packers kicker Brandon McManus, in which Buzbee reportedly brought sexual assault allegations that later found to lack sufficient evidence
Buzbee has yet to issue a public response to the latest lawsuit.
Diddy was federally charged with racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution on September 17, 2024.
The rapper has been accused of arranging 'Freak Offs,' described as 'elaborate and produced sex performances' arranged and directed by Combs while he masturbated and often recorded them.
He has pleaded not guilty to charges alleging he coerced and abused women for years, aided by associates and employees, and silenced victims through blackmail and violence, including kidnapping, arson and physical beatings.
The rapper has been accused of arranging 'Freak Offs,' described as 'elaborate and produced sex performances' arranged and directed by Combs
The disgraced rap mogul remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn (pictured) after being repeatedly denied bail
Dozens of people, some of whom were minors at the time, have sued Diddy in civil courts for a string of offenses, which he also denies
The disgraced rap mogul remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn after being repeatedly denied bail.
The prosecution has accused Diddy of obstructing his sex trafficking case from behind bars by paying off witnesses and enlisting his own children in a 'public relations campaign.'
