Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and 50 Cent: A Long-Running Feud
Published Dec. 14, 2025, 1:35 p.m. ET
Alleged Ghostwriting Incident
Sean “Diddy” Combs and 50 Cent’s troubled relationship reportedly began with ghostwriting allegations. Combs allegedly performed lyrics written by 50 Cent on a track with G. Dep and Jay-Z. In an interview, 50 Cent humorously denied instructing Combs to use those lyrics.
The Feud Begins
The feud escalated when 50 Cent released “The Bomb” in 2006, accusing Combs of involvement in The Notorious B.I.G.’s murder. Combs denied these allegations, but tensions heightened with further claims involving Tupac Shakur’s death.
Temporary Reconciliation
In 2007, the two artists appeared to reconcile when Combs featured on a remix of 50 Cent’s song “I Get Money,” joining Jay-Z and Kanye West for a performance at Madison Square Garden.
Feud Intensifies
The rivalry reignited during their “Vodka Wars,” with both promoting their vodka brands. 50 Cent criticized Combs’ Cîroc vodka, claiming it was inferior to his own Effen Vodka.
Uncomfortable Encounters
50 Cent described feeling uneasy after Combs invited him shopping, which he found unusual. This incident further strained their relationship, leading to 50 Cent making derogatory remarks about Combs on social media.
Combs Denies Feud
Despite ongoing tensions, Combs denied any animosity, jokingly suggesting 50 Cent actually admired him. He expressed a desire to teach 50 Cent about business, emphasizing his own success.
Legal Troubles and Criticism
50 Cent’s criticisms intensified amid Combs’ legal issues in 2023. He mocked Combs’ legal troubles on social media and announced a Netflix documentary about Combs through his production company.
Netflix Documentary
The documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning premiered on Netflix on December 2. Combs’ team criticized the project, claiming it was biased and unauthorized, using footage without permission.
