Burgess appeared on NewsNation to double down on his claim that he was in possession of nearly a dozen flash drives containing Combs' alleged sex tapes.

The lawsuit names Courtney Burgess, a one-time music industry bit player, his lawyer and the owner of the cable network NewsNation, which aired an interview with Mr. Burgess.

Combs alleged that Courtney Burgess, his lawyer and NewsNation deliberately fabricated and amplified false claims about him for financial gain

Sean “Diddy” Combs has filed a $50 million defamation lawsuit against a man who publicly claimed to have videos depicting the mogul sexually assaulting inebriated celebrities and minors, which his lawyers say could negatively influence his upcoming trial.

The lawsuit, which also names Nexstar, targets assertions from Courtney Burgess that he possesses videos depicting sexual encounters involving Combs and other celebrities.

Sean “Diddy” Combs is suing one of his accusers, Courteney Burgess, for defamation and seeking $50 million in damages.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has filed a $50 million defamation lawsuit against Courtney Burgess, her attorney Ariel Mitchell, and NewsNation. The lawsuit, file

Sean “Diddy” Combs has sued a grand jury witness who claims to have seen video of the disgraced rap mogul allegedly sexually assaulting eight celebrities, including two who looked underage. The $50 million defamation suit filed against music producer Courtney Burgess claims Burgess invented the videos,

Combs' lawyer says Courtney Burgess, who said he has videos showing Combs sexually assaulting minors and celebrities, is spreading "outrageous lies."

Sean "Diddy" Combs filed $50 million defamation lawsuit against grand jury witness Courtney Burgess, lawyer Ariel Mitchell and NewsNation parent company Nexstar.