Sean Combs
Sean Combs
Personal Information
- Full Name: Sean John Combs
- Stage Name: Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, Diddy
- Date of Birth: November 4, 1969
- Age: 53 years old (as of 2023)
- Place of Birth: Harlem, New York City, U.S.
- Nationality: American
- Occupation(s): Rapper, record producer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, fashion designer, and television producer
- Genres: Hip hop, R&B, pop
- Record Labels Founded: Bad Boy Records, Bad Boy Entertainment, Combs Enterprises
- Years Active: 1990–present
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Sean Combs was born on November 4, 1969, in Harlem, New York City. He grew up in Mount Vernon, New York, where he pursued his passion for music and dance at an early age. After graduating from Mount Vernon High School, he attended Howard University in Washington, D.C., but later dropped out to pursue a career in music.
Music Career
In 1990, Combs began his career in the music industry as an intern at Uptown Records. He quickly rose through the ranks and became the label's Director of A&R (Artists and Repertoire). During his time at Uptown, he worked with notable artists such as Mary J. Blige, Jodeci, and Heavy D & the Boyz.
In 1993, Combs founded his own record label, Bad Boy Records. The label quickly gained recognition for its distinctive sound and talented roster of artists, which included The Notorious B.I.G., Mase, and Faith Evans. Combs, known as Puff Daddy at the time, produced and released his debut album, "No Way Out," in 1997, which was a commercial success and won him a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.
Acting and Entrepreneurship
In addition to his music career, Combs has also ventured into acting and entrepreneurship. He has appeared in films such as "Monster's Ball" (2001), "A Raisin in the Sun" (2008), and "Get Him to the Greek" (2010). He has also founded several successful business ventures, including the clothing line Sean John, the cable television network Revolt TV, and the spirits company Ciroc.
Personal Life
Combs has been romantically involved with several high-profile women, including Misa Hylton-Brim, Kim Porter, and Cassie Ventura. He has six children from his relationships: Justin Dior Combs, Christian Casey Combs, Chance Combs, D'Lila Star Combs, Jessie James Combs, and Quincy Brown.
Combs has also been involved in several charitable endeavors and has donated millions of dollars to various organizations. He is known for his philanthropic efforts, especially in the areas of education and youth empowerment.
Legal Issues
Combs has been involved in several legal issues throughout his career. In 1999, he was charged with weapons possession and bribery in connection with a nightclub shooting in New York City. The charges were eventually dropped. In 2001, he was involved in a car accident that resulted in the death of a woman. He was acquitted of all charges related to the accident.
Current Projects
Combs continues to be actively involved in the entertainment industry. He recently launched a new record label called Love Records and has been working on new music. He also continues to work on his various business ventures and philanthropic endeavors.
