ARCHIVO – Sean Combs llega a la gala previa a los Grammy y saludo a los conos de la industria en el Hotel Beverly Hilton el sbado 25 de enero de 2020 en Beverly Hills, California. (Foto Mark Von Holden/Invision/AP, archivo) (Mark Von Holden, 2020 Invision)
Diddy’s mother, Janice Smalls Combs, spoke to Local 10 News on Sunday about her son’s recent issues. She acknowledged that her 54-year-old son might have lied about the domestic violence seen in a video but said this doesn’t mean he is guilty of the sexual assault accusations against him.
In a statement shared by Fort Lauderdale attorney Natalie G. Figgers, Diddy’s mother said, “My son is not the monster they have painted him to be.”
Meanwhile, a Houston attorney announced on Tuesday that he is representing 120 people who have accused Diddy of sexual misconduct.
The music executive is also awaiting trial for sex trafficking at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.
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Steve Harvey Under Fire Following His Wife’s Use of the “R” Word
Certain words carry significant impact and should be avoided altogether. Some of these words target specific groups, while others are simply too offensive to tolerate. When Steve Harvey’s wife used the word “retarded” on social media, it caused public outcry. Steve Harvey stepped in to address the situation and defend his wife.
The incident unfolded in a video on Marjorie Harvey’s Instagram, where she and Steve were playfully cutting fruit in the kitchen. Marjorie used the offensive term while joking about an argument with her husband over vegetable cutting. However, her choice of words sparked a major controversy, prompting Steve Harvey to intervene.
In the video, Marjorie can be heard saying, “I’m sitting here arguing with my husband, ’cause clearly he thinks I’m retarded [and] I don’t know how to cut a beet.” This clip garnered over 400,000 views on Instagram, where Marjorie boasts 1.7 million followers as a fashion and lifestyle blogger.
Many of Marjorie’s followers expressed disappointment and outrage at her use of the derogatory term. Some highlighted the harmful impact such language has on individuals with cognitive disabilities and their families. Despite backlash, some supporters dismissed the criticism as excessive political correctness.
Steve Harvey defended his wife’s use of the word, arguing it was not meant to offend and that people were overreacting. He expressed frustration with what he perceived as an overly sensitive response from the public.
The incident raised questions about the public’s reaction to offensive language and the boundaries of political correctness. While some felt the outrage was justified, others believed it was blown out of proportion. Ultimately, the controversy emphasized the importance of sensitivity and respect when using language, particularly in a public setting.
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