Netflix docuseries claims Diddy was ‘connected’ to Tupac Shakur’s death and was 'happy as hell'

LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA: The killing of Tupac Shakur is reexamined in Netflix’s docuseries 'Sean Combs: The Reckoning,' which explores the life and actions of Sean 'P Diddy' Combs leading up to his current legal troubles.

The series takes a closer look at his relationship with Tupac, their professional conflicts, and the longstanding tension between East Coast and West Coast hip-hop.

Rift between Tupac Shakur and Sean 'P Diddy' Combs

The documentary examines Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ professional relationship with Tupac Shakur, which Tupac’s cousin William Lesane described as strained.

Diddy has long been alleged to have been involved in acts of violence targeting Tupac, including the 1996 shooting in Las Vegas that ended Tupac’s life. William said, “Puff was very threatened by Pac. He was very threatened,” urging viewers to “look at the facts” surrounding the 1994 shooting, adding, “Puff is there. Pac has been shot in New York under your watch.”

Bad Boy co-founder Kirk Burrowes also linked Diddy to the incident in the documentary, saying, “I think, Sean, now in my mature mind, had a lot to do with the death of Tupac.”

William explained that tensions escalated because Puff wanted to work with Pac on several business ventures, while Pac was focused on Biggie and his own career.

Diddy had served as an early handler for The Notorious BIG. Tupac rose to prominence alongside Biggie and often acted as a mentor to him. 

On November 30, 1994, Tupac arrived at Quad Studios for a recording session with Little Shawn. There, he was robbed and shot five times. Because Diddy, Biggie, and a music executive were present, Tupac later claimed they orchestrated the attack. When asked if he believed Diddy played a role, Tupac said, “I do believe so. I have proof.”

Diddy denied all accusations and faced no legal consequences. Later, convicted killer Dexter Isaac claimed he was one of the shooters and that he acted under orders from Jimmy Henchman, who was also present at the studio.

Reflecting on the decades of accusations and revelations, William said that because of “everything that has unfolded,” he reevaluated “how that situation went down.” He added, “Pac was vilified when he was alive, and Puff was exulted.” 

Legal storm deepens as Diddy faces fresh accusations tied to Tupac case

A John Doe claimant alleged in legal filings that Diddy bragged about involvement in Tupac Shakur’s death, claiming it was phrased as a threat.

Keefe stated, “He’s like, ‘Man I would get rid of them dudes. It’s going to be a problem.’” He also told officers that Diddy allegedly “promised a 1 million dollar bounty for both Tupac and Suge.”

Kirk Burrowes noted odd circumstances surrounding the Las Vegas trip, including the fact that individuals traveled in separate cars.

Keefe further alleged he received a phone call from Diddy, who was supposedly “happy as hell”, after the incident, and that he was told he would be paid, though “the compensation never materialized.”

Executive producer Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson, speaking ahead of the docuseries release, said, “I’ve been committed to real storytelling for years,” adding that he was “grateful to everyone who came forward” and “proud to have Alexandria Stapleton as the director.”

Diddy was previously found guilty of transportation for prostitution purposes but cleared of trafficking and conspiracy racketeering charges.

He also faced multiple civil lawsuits, all of which he denied. The first lawsuit, filed by Cassie Ventura, was settled out of court with no admission of guilt.