Music icon Diddy has voluntarily returned the Key to the City of New York, following a request from Mayor Eric Adams amid a wave of controversy.
The decision came after a viral video surfaced showing Diddy allegedly involved in a physical altercation with Cassie, prompting Mayor Adams to intervene. In a public statement, Mayor Adams expressed his firm stance against domestic violence, emphasizing support for survivors and asserting that the Key to the City is reserved for exemplary individuals.
The Mayor’s office, in consultation with a selection committee, reviewed the situation and concluded that Diddy no longer met the criteria for holding the prestigious honor. The committee recommended the revocation of the Key to the City in light of recent events.
Diddy, while denying some allegations, acknowledged wrongdoing in the incident involving Cassie. His reputation has been further tarnished by ongoing segxwal assault lawsuits and a federal investigation into serious allegations.
The music mogul was awarded the Key to the City just last September, but controversies began to emerge shortly thereafter, beginning with legal actions initiated by Cassie in November.
As the city reevaluates its criteria for bestowing such honors, the return of the Key to the City underscores ongoing efforts to uphold civic values and accountability among public figures.
