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While Diddys high-profile sex trafficking trial continues to unfold in public view, one of hip-hops most controversial voices is speaking out about the silence surrounding the case.
On Monday, former Death Row Records CEO Suge Knight made a call from prison to share his perspective on Covering the Diddy Trial, a podcast hosted by singer and former Danity Kane member Aubrey ODay as part of iHeartMedias series with Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes.
In the lengthy conversation, Knight offered commentary on everything from his connection to Tupac Shakurs death to his history with Diddy. But when ODay asked him why so many artists from the Bad Boy era or with connections to Diddy, like Mary J. Blige, Ma$e, Faith Evans and more, have yet to speak publicly on the case, Knight said the silence is rooted in fear.
The reason why theyre so silent is this: They are so scared, Knight said, per Billboard. They are slaves.”
According to Knight, the fear isnt about violence or retaliation in the streets, its about the power thats in boardrooms and behind the scenes that scares them the most.
Theyre not scared of the guns and the knives. Theyre not scared of the streets. Theyre scared of the people in the suites, he added noting how Combs associates are most fearful of the personal and professional retaliation.
Knight also used the platform to respond to recent allegations made by Ray J, who claimed earlier this month that the former music mogul had sexually assaulted men. Knight denied those claims directly, but insisted that the singer is struggling and shouldnt be vilified.
Now lets go to the part of this and reason why I brung up Ray J, Knight said. I got love for Ray J. I dont care for what Ray J say. You know, at the end of the motherfing day, Ray is lost. He need help. So lets not pick on Ray J.
As the Diddy investigation continues to draw media attention and as many industry veterans remain quiet, Knights comments offer another perspective on the role fear and loyalty play in the industry and particularly in this case.
