Former child star Corey Feldman is weighing in on the “sickening” allegations against fallen music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs as he awaits trial for multiple sex trafficking charges. In an exclusive interview, the 53-year-old actor, who has been vocal about the alleged sexual abuse he endured as a child in Hollywood, shared his disgust at the charges and his hope that “justice will play out.”
“It’s disgusting and it’s dogging and sickening and all of that,” said Feldman. “So, I’m really remorseful that anybody has had to go through it all and that these experiences have happened in the first place or continued to happen for so long.”
Details of the Allegations Against Combs
Combs, 53, was [charged with] racketeering conspiracy; sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion; and transportation to engage in prostitution in an indictment unsealed on Sept. 17. Authorities allege Combs ran a criminal enterprise and used “firearms, threats of violence, coercion, and verbal, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse” to fulfill his sexual desires, according to the indictment.
If found guilty, he faces a minimum of 15 years behind bars and a maximum of life in prison. Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
The allegations include accusations that Combs and his associates coerced victims, some of whom were minors, into participating in prolonged sexual acts under threats of violence. He is also accused of drugging some victims without their knowledge, and threatening retaliation against those who refused to participate.
Feldman’s Own Experiences with Abuse in Hollywood
Corey Feldman can relate to Diddy’s accusers because he alleges he has faced similar situations in his own past. He first opened up publicly about sexual abuse in Hollywood during a 2011 interview with ABC, stating “pedophilia” was the “biggest problem” and “big secret” in the industry.
In his 2013 memoir “Coreyography,” Feldman wrote about the sexual abuse that he says led to the death of his friend and fellow child actor Corey Haim in 2010. In 2020, Feldman released the documentary “(My) Truth: The Rape of Two Coreys” in which he alleged Charlie Sheen abused Haim when Haim was 13 years old, a claim Sheen denied.
“I really hope that there’s a continuation of this, and all of these scumbags get taken down ’cause children need to be protected. End of story. It’s so gross,” Feldman said of the Combs case.
Feldman Never Attended Diddy’s Parties
While Feldman admitted he knew of Diddy’s “cocaine-fueled” parties, he said he was never personally invited and had no interest in attending as someone who has been sober for over three decades.
“I didn’t run in those circles,” said Feldman. “I’m sure I was invited a few times second hand, not by Diddy or any of his people, but I was invited through friends of friends. But I was always, like, not interested. There was just something that never struck my curiosity about it.”
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Public and Legal Reaction to the Allegations
The allegations against Combs have sparked widespread public outrage, with many expressing shock and disgust at the details of the accusations. There have been growing calls for a thorough investigation and justice for the alleged victims.
Combs’ legal team has strenuously denied all allegations, maintaining his innocence. They say he will fight the charges in court and will not accept any plea deals.
“Mr. Combs emphatically and categorically denies as false and defamatory any claim that he sexually abused anyone, including minors,” his attorney Erica Wolff stated. “He looks forward to proving his innocence and vindicating himself in court, where the truth will be established based on evidence, not speculation.”
Combs’ trial is scheduled to begin on May 5, 2025. Until then, he remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York after twice being denied bail.
Broader Implications for the Entertainment Industry
The high-profile allegations against Combs have renewed attention on the long-standing issue of sexual abuse and exploitation in the entertainment industry. Many are calling for stricter regulations, better protections for potential victims, and more accountability for perpetrators.
Advocates say there needs to be systemic changes to the power dynamics and culture in Hollywood and the music industry that have allowed abuse to persist for so long. Some see the Combs case as a potential tipping point that could lead to more victims speaking out and more legal action against high-profile abusers.
Feldman, for his part, has become a prominent voice in the movement to confront sexual abuse in the entertainment world. He says he will continue to speak out and fight for justice and protection for victims.
If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, please contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or go to rainn.org.
