Photos of Diddy and Jennifer Lopez's fiery exchange at 2000 VMAs afterparty go viral amid rapper's arrest

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jennifer Lopez and Sean "Diddy" Combs, who famously dated from 1999 to 2001, are once again making headlines!

Recently unearthed exclusive photos of the pair engaged in a heated argument at a star-studded afterparty for the 2000 MTV VMAs in New York City have gone viral. 

This explosive argument allegedly took place on the same night that Diddy was accused of assaulting a young girl.

This revelation is particularly notable as Diddy is currently facing several allegations and awaits trial in a Brooklyn federal prison, adding even more intrigue to his controversial past.

Viral photos show Jennifer Lopez and Diddy in heated argument

The now-viral photos of Jennifer Lopez and Diddy reportedly taken in September 2000 capture a heated moment between the two at the now-closed Lotus nightclub, reported the Daily Mail.

A witness at the exclusive event shared details about the exchange between the rapper and 'On The Floor' singer. "Diddy held a Cristal champagne bottle the entire time serving his guests. Everyone was dancing and enjoying themselves but as the night progressed, tensions rose between him and JLo," the source said.

This drama unfolded just hours after the duo attended the award show earlier that evening at Radio City Music Hall.

During the ceremony, Lopez wowed in her iconic all-white ensemble, featuring a cropped rhinestone tank top, matching low-rise pants, and a bedazzled bandana.

For the afterparty, she changed into a colorful geometric-patterned mini-tube dress. The event was co-hosted by rappers Eminem and Dr Dre and featured other notable guests, including David Blaine, Steven Dorff, Josie Maran, and model Carmen Kass, who entertained the crowd with card tricks.

At the time, Lopez, then 31, had just won the award for Best Dance Video award for her hit song 'Waiting for Tonight'.

In the photos, Lopez can be seen scowling at Diddy, who was pouring champagne for other guests, before their argument escalated.

Nearby, Lopez's sister attempted to diffuse the tension by dancing. Witnesses recalled the shocked expressions of other partygoers as the situation unfolded.

As the argument continued for several hours, Diddy eventually left the party with Lopez and their entourage, which included several girls. The resurfaced images of their confrontation have added another layer to Diddy’s ongoing allegations.

While the party was filled with joyful moments, the reasons behind the heated exchange and the escalation of tensions amid the festivities remain unclear.

Internet reacts as old pics of Jennifer Lopez and Diddy's heated exchange resurface

After seeing the old photos of Jennifer Lopez and Diddy arguing at a party, several social media users took to the comments section of the Daily Mail article to express their views on the same. 

One user mocked Jennifer Lopez by referencing her divorce from Ben Affleck, "This is why Ben dumped her!" Another user shared, "Just proves affleck isn’t the only guy to argue with her."

One person said, "That is definitely something, she looks emotional." Another added, "These people are just disgusting."

An Individual shared, "I don't know how anyone could go out with Diddy, he is scary."

Someone else wrote, "She seems to be always arguing with a man in her life."

"A truly nasty pair!" one person deemed. Another added, "And this is why Ben gone."

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