Sean “Diddy” Combs had an intense fascination and an urge to party with Princes William and Harry, reveals Combs’ former publicist

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ fascination with Prince William and Prince Harry has come to light, with revelations that the rapper repeatedly invited the royal siblings to parties during his heyday. Rob Shuter, Combs’ former publicist, disclosed that the music mogul kept framed photos of the princes in his luxury New York apartment and extended lavish invitations for them to join his elite gatherings.

Diddy’s obsession with the Royal siblings:

Shuter, who worked with Combs from 2002 to 2004, stated he was asked over ten times to reach out to the royal family, offering to cover all expenses, including security, for their attendance. However, the invitations were consistently declined, with Shuter noting, “They were never part of his world.”

While Combs’ invitations went unanswered, he did have some interactions with the brothers. Prince Harry revealed in his memoir, Spare, that he personally chose Combs to perform at a 2007 benefit concert in honor of their late mother, Princess Diana, at Wembley Stadium in London. Photos later emerged showing Prince William and Combs at the concert’s after-party, with Harry seen affectionately with his arm around the rapper.

However, the dynamic seemed to shift by 2011, when Combs appeared on The Graham Norton Show. When questioned about his desire to host the princes at his parties, Combs remarked, “Not anymore. Trust me, they’re off the list,” suggesting a significant change in his attitude toward the royal brothers.

The backdrop to these revelations includes Combs’ current legal challenges. The music mogul is facing multiple sexual abuse lawsuits, including a notable case involving an alleged attack on a 16-year-old boy at his inaugural White Party in 1998. Additionally, Combs is embroiled in federal charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, which have led to his incarceration.

Despite the myriad of high-profile celebrities who accepted Combs’ invitations—such as Justin Bieber, Paris Hilton, and Jennifer Lopez—the royal brothers have remained steadfast in their refusal to engage in his world of celebrity parties. As Combs navigates his legal troubles, the story of his fixation on William and Harry underscores the complex intersections of fame, privilege, and the consequences of one’s choices.