A former bodyguard reveals strange details of Diddy and Jay-Z’s close yet complicated friendship

Sean “Diddy” Combs and Jay-Z, two of the most influential figures in the music industry, have long shared a complex and often scrutinised relationship. Their bond, which had weathered various challenges over the years, took a new turn in 2024 when both music moguls were accused of rape. As the controversy surrounding them deepens, shocking revelations about their friendship have emerged.

In a recent interview with The Art of Dialogue, Gene Deal, Diddy’s former bodyguard and a past member of Bad Boy Records’ security team, made startling claims about the nature of the two men’s connection. According to Deal, only Jay-Z had the privilege of calling Diddy “Sean,” an unusual sign of their closeness. He recounted an incident during a live performance at Screamfest, where Diddy allegedly spanked Jay-Z twice, an act that, according to Deal, highlighted the pair’s deep yet unusual relationship.

Deal also recounted bizarre personal exchanges between the two moguls, describing how they would refer to their romantic partners with an eerie level of casualness. “They were so close that they had matching white girls together,” Deal explained. “When they used to see each other, they’d say ‘yo, how your skinny white girl doing?’ Jay would reply, ‘how your skinny white girl doing?’ I guess that’s a certain type of closeness.”

The comments have sparked an uproar online, with many questioning the nature of their relationship. In response to the allegations, Diddy’s legal team issued a strong denial, labelling the claims as recycled lies. “This documentary recycles and perpetuates the same lies and conspiracy theories that have been slung against Mr. Combs for months,” the legal team stated to The Mirror US.

Representatives for both Diddy and Jay-Z have been contacted for further comment on the matter, but as of yet, neither star has addressed the claims publicly.

While the pair’s friendship has been a subject of intrigue for years, the recent rape accusations have thrown a shadow over their previous camaraderie. Fans and critics alike are left to ponder the extent of their bond, which seems as much a tale of power and manipulation as it is of mutual respect.