Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has apologized for attacking his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in 2016, saying he is “truly sorry.”
Footage released by CNN on May 17 shows the 54-year-old rapper assaulting the 37-year-old singer at a Los Angeles hotel.
In an Instagram video posted on May 19, Diddy talked about the incident, calling his actions “inexcusable” and saying he was at “rock bottom” at the time.
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“It’s so difficult to reflect on the darkest times of your life,” Diddy said in the video. “Sometimes you have to do that.” He admitted, “I was messed up. I mean, I hit rock bottom, but I make no excuses. My behavior in that video is inexcusable. I take full responsibility for my actions in that video. I’m disgusted. I was disgusted then when I did it, and I’m disgusted now.“
Diddy also shared that he got professional help after the assault. “I went to therapy and rehab. I had to ask God for His mercy and grace. I’m so sorry. I’m committed to being a better man each and every day. I’m truly sorry,” he said.
Another camera angle shows Cassie slowly standing up and gathering her bags after the attack, with Combs sitting on a chair watching her. He then throws what looks like a vase at her.
