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Judge Rules Jane Doe Can Remain Anonymous in Lawsuit Against Jay-Z and Diddy for Alleged 2000 Rape at MTV Music Awards

Dec 27, 2024, 12:30 AM

A New York judge has ruled that a woman, who accuses Sean 'Diddy' Combs and Jay-Z of raping her when she was 13, can proceed anonymously in her lawsuit. The woman claims she was assaulted in 2000 at an after-party for the MTV Music Awards after being lured to the event through a radio station contest. Judge Analisa Torres criticized Jay-Z's attorney, Alex Spiro, for making inflammatory legal motions and wasting judicial resources. The court's decision allows the plaintiff to maintain her anonymity at this stage of litigation, although she may be required to reveal her identity later if the case progresses. The lawsuit has drawn significant media attention, particularly due to the high-profile nature of the defendants.