Kim Porter’s father, Jake Porter, has expressed his shock and disgust after viewing the resurfaced footage of Sean “Diddy” Combs assaulting Cassie. The video, which dates back to March 5, 2016, shows Diddy violently attacking Cassie at the InterContinental Hotel. The footage, captured by surveillance cameras, has reignited discussions about Diddy’s past behavior and relationships.
In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Jake Porter shared his reaction to the disturbing video. “You can say I was disgusted with the video, and I wouldn’t treat my enemy like that,” the 78-year-old said. “It was despicable… I couldn’t believe it. I was in Vietnam, and I wouldn’t do that to my enemy.”
When asked if he had ever witnessed Diddy being violent towards his daughter, Kim Porter, Jake responded that he had not seen anything to that extent. However, the footage made him question what might have happened behind closed doors. “I didn’t know he could stoop that low,” Porter said. “I imagine it surprised a lot of people.”
Jake Porter also expressed his sympathy for Cassie, stating, “My heart goes out to Cassie.” He added that the video has given him a “different outlook” on Diddy, whom he now views in a much more negative light. “I wouldn’t even treat a dog like that,” he remarked.
Kim Porter and Diddy had an on-again, off-again relationship from 1994 to 2007, during which they had three children together: Christian Combs and twin daughters Jessie and D’Lila Combs. Kim Porter passed away in 2018 from lobar pneumonia. Jake Porter mentioned that his primary concern now is for his grandchildren.
The resurfaced footage has not only shocked Jake Porter but also other individuals connected to the Combs family. Voletta Wallace, the mother of Notorious B.I.G., also shared her strong reaction to the video. “I hope that I see Sean one day, and the only thing I want to do is slap the daylights out of him,” she told Rolling Stone. “I liked him. I didn’t want to believe all the awful things, but I’m so ashamed and embarrassed.”
The video has led to renewed scrutiny of Diddy’s past relationships and behavior. In November 2023, Cassie filed a lawsuit against Diddy, accusing him of abuse and sexual assault throughout their relationship. Although Diddy has denied these allegations, the lawsuit has since been settled. The release of the 2016 footage has only added fuel to the fire, prompting more victims to come forward with their own claims against the music mogul.
Jake Porter’s comments highlight the broader implications of the footage, not just for Cassie but also for those who were close to Diddy. “I think he was a very jealous person,” Jake said of Diddy’s relationship with Kim. “They both loved each other. Kim’s love was legitimate. Puffy’s love, I don’t know what he calls love, you know what I mean? I really don’t think he has any idea what love is.”
The Rolling Stone article that featured Jake Porter’s interview also delved into a six-month investigation into Diddy’s past. Over 50 people who knew the mogul spoke to the outlet, revealing shocking details about his explosive, physically aggressive, and controlling behavior. One particularly disturbing account involved Diddy allegedly breaking a chair over the head of late music executive Shakir Stewart in Italy due to his relationship with Kim Porter at the time.
As the investigation continues, Diddy faces mounting legal challenges and public scrutiny. His attorney, Jonathan Davis, stated, “Mr. Combs cannot comment on settled litigation, will not comment on pending litigation, and cannot address every allegation picked up by the press from any source, no matter how unreliable.”
For Jake Porter, the footage has been a painful reminder of the potential hidden aspects of Diddy’s character. “My only concern is the children,” he said, emphasizing the importance of protecting his grandchildren from any potential harm.
The resurfaced footage and subsequent reactions have cast a long shadow over Diddy’s legacy, raising questions about his past actions and the true nature of his relationships. As more details emerge, the public and those close to the Combs family continue to grapple with the revelations.
