Aubrey O’Day criticized Diddy’s apology for his abusive actions towards ex-girlfriend Cassie, stating that he did not apologize directly to Cassie but rather to the public for seeing the footage of his assault in 2016. Diddy had previously denied allegations by Cassie of rape and abuse in 2018, settling the lawsuit out of court. O’Day pointed out that Diddy’s previous statement calling Cassie a liar was still pinned to the top of his social media account, suggesting insincerity in his recent apology.
In his Instagram video, Diddy expressed remorse for his behavior in the security footage, admitting to hitting rock bottom and seeking therapy and rehab. He stated that he takes full responsibility for his actions and is committed to becoming a better person. However, Cassie’s legal team quickly responded, criticizing Diddy’s apology as being self-centered and insincere, emphasizing that his actions have hurt many people and that his apology seemed more focused on himself than those he had harmed.
Aubrey O’Day was a former member of Danity Kane, a girl group formed by Diddy on MTV’s Making the Band 3 in 2005. In 2008, he fired O’Day from the band during a live episode of Making the Band 4, attributing her dismissal to her attitude. O’Day later claimed in a podcast that she was let go because she refused to comply with certain expectations, not related to her talent. Diddy did not respond to her allegations, leaving the situation unresolved.
Diddy’s treatment of Aubrey O’Day during her time with Danity Kane has remained a point of contention between them. Diddy critiqued O’Day’s attitude and recommended humility, stating that he wanted to work with the person he signed, not the individual influenced by fame. O’Day, however, maintained that she was fired for reasons unrelated to talent, suggesting a rift in their relationship due to unmet expectations on both sides. Despite their differing perspectives, the issue remains unresolved, and the tensions between them continue.
The aftermath of Diddy’s abusive behavior towards Cassie and his subsequent apology has drawn criticism and scrutiny from various sources, including Aubrey O’Day and Cassie’s legal team. The focus has shifted from Diddy’s actions to his response and the sincerity of his apology, with many questioning his motives and intentions. The incident has shed light on issues of accountability, abuse, and the treatment of women within the entertainment industry, prompting discussions on appropriate responses to such situations and the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions.
