Sean John Combs, professionally known as Diddy (formerly Puff Daddy and P. Diddy), is an American rapper, record producer, and entrepreneur born on November 4, 1969, in Harlem, New York. He began his career in the music industry at Uptown Records before founding Bad Boy Records in 1993. The label was instrumental in launching the careers of notable artists such as The Notorious B.I.G., Mary J. Blige, and Usher. Diddy's debut album, *No Way Out* (1997), achieved critical and commercial success, topping the *Billboard* 200 and producing hit singles like "I'll Be Missing You," which was the first hip-hop song to debut at number one on the *Billboard* Hot 100[1][2]. Diddy has earned multiple accolades, including three Grammy Awards, three BET Awards, and two MTV Video Music Awards. His influence extends beyond music into fashion, with his Sean John clothing line earning him the distinction of the first African-American Best Menswear Designer of the Year by the Council of Fashion Designers of America in 2004. He also ventured into other businesses, including fragrances and a vodka brand, Cîroc, promoting a lifestyle intertwined with hip-hop culture and luxury[1][3]. In recent years, Diddy released *The Love Album: Off the Grid* in 2023, continuing his presence in the music industry. However, his reputation faced serious challenges due to legal issues; in 2025, he was convicted on two prostitution-related charges and sentenced to 50 months in prison. Despite this, he remains a significant figure in entertainment and entrepreneurship, with a career spanning over three decades marked by innovation and influence[4][5].