The TMZ Podcast EXCLUSIVE: Diddy’s Most Embarrassing Moment Yet?
Dec 8, 2025
Janice Combs lashes out at Netflix over a controversial documentary on her son, Diddy. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift and Leonardo DiCaprio were spotted at a football game, sparking wedding rumors amidst denials. Paramount makes headlines with a $30-per-share bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, with Trump’s influence lurking in the background. The hosts also discuss Diddy’s potential legal troubles and share lively audience reactions, questioning whether he can change after all the drama.
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Footage Shapes Legal Narrative
- Netflix obtained behind-the-scenes footage of Diddy discussing his legal strategy before arrest, which complicates ownership and narrative control.
- The footage portrays Diddy in moments that damage public perception and show friction with his legal team.
Content Rights Often Favor Shooters
- The episode highlights a gray area in content rights when a hired videographer keeps and sells footage instead of being paid.
- Charlie Cotton notes that ownership usually lies with the shooter unless explicit rights were signed away.
Private Tension Became Public Embarrassment
- Clips show Diddy criticizing his own lawyer and worrying about public perception, revealing internal tension.
- Those private moments became embarrassing public evidence after being released by Netflix.