Quincy Jones' scathing remarks about Sean 'Diddy' Combs resurface after music producer's death at 91

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Quincy Jones' vicious criticism of notorious rap mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs at a music industry event over a decade ago has surfaced again following the iconic music producer's death on Sunday night, November 3.

Jones, who died at the age of 91, was not intimidated by Diddy's bluster and was not scared to show it either. It turned out that even before the accusations of the rapper's misconduct surfaced, the late music producer shared his opinions about Diddy.

Quincy Jones revealed his true feelings about Diddy in 2012

Following the announcement of Quincy Jones' death, his remarks about disgraced rap mogul Diddy from a 2012 interview have resurfaced on social media.

In a June 2012 interview with Bruno Mars and the crowd at a Spotify launch event, Jones attacked Diddy, claiming the rapper "wouldn't know a B-flat if it hit him," reported Daily Mail.

Jones instead asserted at the time that musicians should "learn your craft" and claimed that "P Diddy has a doctorate in marketing…. He’s got clothes companies and Ciroc vodka."

After his remarks against Diddy went viral at the time, Jones posted on Facebook to clarify that he had no malice intended for the rapper.

"No controversy, no diss. I have nothing but love and respect for Diddy and all that he has achieved as an artist and an executive. Always have and always will," Jones wrote.

Diddy is currently incarcerated at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center, where he will celebrate his 55th birthday. The rapper—awaiting trial on federal counts of trafficking and racketeering—is also scheduled to appear in federal court later on Monday, November 11.

Diddy was the target of a flurry of legal action when he was accused of assault in late 2023. Cassie Ventura, his ex-girlfriend, filed a civil complaint alleging that he mistreated her.

Legendary music producer Quincy Jones dies at 91

Quincy Jones, who was called "Q" by his friends, died in his Los Angeles home on November 3, 2024, at the age of 91, surrounded by his loved ones. He worked with celebrities like Frank Sinatra and Michael Jackson as a renowned and esteemed music producer.

Despite having several noteworthy musical accomplishments, Jones is primarily known for producing Jackson's 'Thriller' album, which sold 120 million copies and is regarded as the best-selling record of all time.

Jones and Jackson became friends while Jones was composing the music for the movie 'The Wiz'. Their collaboration helped make Jackson's subsequent three albums— 'Off the Wall', 'Thriller', and 'Bad', according to 7 News.

Jones' publicist Arnold Robinson confirmed that he died on Sunday night at his home in the Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. The reason for his death was not disclosed.

"Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones' passing," read a statement from Jones' family, which includes his actress-daughter Rashida Jones, who portrayed Karen Filippelli in 'The Office'.

The statement added, "And although this is an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the great life that he lived and know there will never be another like him."

Besides Rashida, Jones is survived by his son Quincy Jones III, sister Theresa Frank, Margie Jay, brother Richard Jones, and daughters Jolie Jones Levine, Martina Jones, Rachel Jones, Kidada Jones, and Kenya Kinski-Jones.